Montessori Lead Educator — Growth & Impact

Sonnetschool; Prior Lake (MN); On-site; USD 26,174 - 30,307; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Plan

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Employee Childcare Discount

Professional Development

Job summary

Sonnet Montessori seeks a Lead Educator to create a nurturing, safe Montessori learning environment and to support the developmental needs of each child. You will work with the Director and staff to foster independence, respect, and a love of learning.

You will observe, document growth, prepare materials, and lead parent conferences, while maintaining strong partnerships with families and colleagues in a licensed center.

Qualifications

• Experience working with young children in Montessori or early childhood settings.
• Strong classroom management and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building with children, families and staff.
• Ability to meet physical demands (lift up to 50 lbs, supervise indoors/outdoors).
• CPR and First Aid certification or willingness to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain a safe, high-quality Montessori learning environment.
• Observe and document children's growth, maintain portfolios.
• Prepare and maintain Montessori materials and curriculum.
• Guide children with respect, fostering independence and curiosity.
• Communicate with parents via app and conferences/newsletters.
• Build collaborative relationships with staff.
• Lead parent-teacher conferences and provide progress updates.

Skills

Montessori/early childhood experience

Classroom management

Communication with families

Physical stamina

Professional development

Education

Minnesota DHS Lead Teacher qualification

Job description

Sonnet Montessori seeks a Lead Educator to create a nurturing, safe Montessori learning environment and to support the developmental needs of each child. You will work with the Director and staff to foster independence, respect, and a love of learning.

You will observe, document growth, prepare materials, and lead parent conferences, while maintaining strong partnerships with families and colleagues in a licensed center.