Montessori Primary Guide

Metro Montessori; Rockville (MD); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Une école Montessori de Rockville recherche un Guide Montessori Primaire pour diriger une classe d'enfants de 3 à 6 ans. Le candidat idéal doit détenir un diplôme approprié et une certification Montessori, et être capable d'établir des relations efficaces avec les élèves et leurs parents. Des responsabilités incluent la préparation du curriculum, la gestion de la classe et la supervision des assistants. Le poste exige une communication de qualité, une autonomie et un engagement envers la mission de l'école.

Qualifications

• Capacité à diriger une classe primaire pour enfants de 3 à 6 ans.
• Expérience en gestion de classe et en éducation parentale.
• Connaissance de la philosophie Montessori.

Responsibilities

• Présenter le curriculum primaire dans un environnement Montessori préparé.
• Établir des relations avec les parents et préparer des documents pour les conférences.
• Maintenir les dossiers d'élèves et participer aux évaluations.

Skills

Communication écrite et verbale

Autonomie

Travail en équipe

Education

Baccalauréat ou 120 heures de crédits universitaires

Certification AMS ou AMI

Job description

The Montessori Primary Guide will lead the Primary classroom for 3 through 6-year-old students. The Montessori Guide helps direct the student’s activities academically, emotionally and physically in a prepared Montessori environment that challenges each child to reach their full potential. The Montessori Guide will be responsible for presenting the Primary curriculum to students, participating in parent education and conferences, record-keeping, and assessment. The Montessori Guide will maintain a classroom and instructional program that supports the individual needs of the children in accordance with Montessori philosophy and methods.

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.

Certification from AMS or AMI, MACTE-accredited training facility appropriate for the Primary Certification.

Must be a self-motivated, self-directed team player that has the ability to establish and maintain wonderful relationships with staff, parents, and children.

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:

Curriculum, Materials, and Classroom Management

Maintains a neat, well-organized and attractively prepared environment consistent with Montessori pedagogy.

Presenting consistent and individual group lessons to the students and supporting each child’s direction and success.

Working with students of varying abilities assigned to the classroom, including those with learning exceptionalities, as well as attending meetings to support children who require it.

Preparing the Montessori classroom environment to meet the students’ needs and interests.

Parent Education, Meetings, and Conferences

Works to develop close and effective relationships with parents, including opportunities to discuss and understand the child’s individual progress.

Assisting in the development of and participates in school functions, including but not limited to open houses, orientation meetings, parent education, and school-wide activities.

Preparing documents and reports necessary to facilitate parent teacher conferences or other meetings requested by parents or school administration.

Oversees and participates in school-wide and parent communication as required by administration.

Record-Keeping and Data Assessment

Follows the school’s policies and procedures for student evaluation, report preparation and record keeping, meeting all due dates as required by administration.

Maintaining student records, reports, and evaluation.

Completing all progress monitoring and benchmark assessments on time as scheduled by administration.

Participating in all assessment-related trainings.

Preparing student progress reports and assessment reports as required by administration.

Supervision of Classroom Assistant

Collaborate daily with classroom assistant and provide direction for classroom maintenance, classroom management, and students’ academic and social progress.

Provide guidance in data collection tools as well as Montessori philosphy. Participate in assistant’s annual employee review.

Professional Responsibility

Participates in all required professional development.

Participates in the establishment and maintenance of a school-wide atmosphere of collegial support and adherence to professional standards.

Has a firm commitment to uphold the school’s mission.

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.