Montessori Intern

Metro Montessori; Rockville (MD); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational organization in Rockville is seeking a Montessori Intern to assist the Lead Montessori Guide in fostering a nurturing environment for children's self-directed learning. The ideal candidate should possess a Bachelor's degree or equivalent as determined by an authorized agency and have completed the MACTE accredited teacher education course. Responsibilities include preparing the classroom, presenting Montessori lessons, and collaborating effectively with staff and parents. This position requires engaging effectively with children in a supportive role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalency as determined by independent agency.
• Completed the Academic Phase of an accredited teacher education course.
• Able to pass a background check.

Responsibilities

• Support the Lead Montessori Guide in classroom activities.
• Maintain a beautiful, developmentally-appropriate classroom environment.
• Present Montessori materials following proper principles.
• Plan and implement group activities.
• Communicate effectively with children and staff.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Ability to foster a nurturing environment

Team collaboration

Classroom management

Education

Bachelor’s degree or 120 semester hours of approved college credit

MACTE accredited teacher education course

Job description

The Montessori Intern will support the Lead Montessori Guide to help guide the child through self-directed activities, allowing the child to develop at his or her own pace. They are expected to foster, along with the lead teachers, a nurturing and stimulating non-competitive environment.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or 120 semester hours of approved college credit or a Bachelor’s degree equivalence as determined by an independent agency authorized to evaluate foreign credentials.
• Completed the Academic Phase of MACTE accredited teacher education course.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Evidence of continuing education and professional growth to include meeting all necessary requirements as established by state law and regulatory agencies.
• Must be able to pass a background check.
• Within first 30 days of employment must be able to meet all necessary requirements as established by state law and regulatory agencies.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Follows the guidelines of the classroom Montessori teacher.
• Prepare and maintain a beautiful, developmentally-appropriate classroom environment.
• Serve as a guide between the child and the prepared environment.
• Present Montessori materials and lessons to the children, demonstrating proper Montessori principles such as control of error and isolation of difficulty.
• Provide children with opportunities for choice, decision making, problem solving, independence, and responsibility.
• Plan and implement group activities.
• Effectively communicate with children, parents, staff and administration.
• Work as a team member with staff and administrators.
• Under the guidance of the classroom Montessori teacher:
• Observes, evaluates, and adapts both indoor and outdoor instructional environments and materials to the needs of the students.
• Maintains student records, evaluates student progress, and keeps attendance in compliance with school, local, and state regulations.
• Participates in staff meetings and in establishing team compatibility.
• Is involved with family support and community services, parent education, conferences, meetings, and school events.
• Maintains professionalism and confidentiality in working with colleagues, parents, and students.
• Monitors the various activities of the class, including time on the playground, lunch, and special events.
• Models grace & courtesy and implements positive classroom management.
• Attends school functions.
• Required attendance and participation in all staff meetings.
• Other duties, as assigned.

Physical Requirements

Must be able to stand, bend, lift and work in an outdoor playground environment for extended periods of time while supervising children.