Montessori Elementary Lead Teacher - Innovate & Inspire

Austin Micro School; Manchaca (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental and vision

Life insurance

401(k) with matching

Paid time off

Job summary

Austin Micro School is seeking a lead teacher for a Montessori-inspired K–5 classroom where inquiry, real-world projects, executive functioning, creativity, and student leadership shape learning.

You will teach lessons, set up and maintain the classroom, and coach Elementary Guides while collaborating with families in conferences. Training is provided, and the school values growth-minded, dependable educators.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or master's degree required or preferred in education or related field.
• At least 5 years of experience as a lead teacher.
• Montessori experience or certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Teach lessons to the whole group, small groups, and individuals.
• Set up classroom materials and routines so children can work independently.
• Lead family conferences and write reports for families.
• Lead the Elementary Guides—plan with them, observe lessons, and coach them.
• Design projects that connect lessons to real-world problems.
• Keep records of what each child has been taught and mastered.
• Take part in team meetings and training.

Skills

Lead teacher experience

Montessori-inspired teaching

Project-based learning

Classroom management

Education

Bachelor's or master's degree

Job description

Austin Micro School is seeking a lead teacher for a Montessori-inspired K–5 classroom where inquiry, real-world projects, executive functioning, creativity, and student leadership shape learning.

You will teach lessons, set up and maintain the classroom, and coach Elementary Guides while collaborating with families in conferences. Training is provided, and the school values growth-minded, dependable educators.