Montessori Teacher (Kindergarten)

Sylvania; Flint (MI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus $10k

Job summary

Sylvania is seeking a Montessori Teacher to design and implement a Montessori-based curriculum that supports each child’s growth. You will collaborate with parents and staff to communicate progress and involve families in the learning process.

The role focuses on creating individualized plans, fostering a safe classroom, and participating in ongoing Montessori professional development to stay current with best practices.

Qualifications

• Valid Michigan Elementary Teaching Certificate required.
• Montessori certification preferred.
• Previous Montessori classroom teaching experience preferred.
• Ability to work cooperatively on a teaching team.
• Proficient in basic computer tools and online grading programs.

Responsibilities

• Designs and implements lesson plans using Montessori principles tailored to each child.
• Collaborates with parents, guardians, and administrators to address behavioral and academic challenges.
• Maintains a safe, nurturing, developmentally appropriate classroom environment.
• Provides individual and small group instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs.
• Participates in ongoing Montessori professional development and training.

Skills

Team collaboration

Student communication

Computer skills

Assessment knowledge

Education

Michigan Elementary Teaching Certificate

Montessori certification (preferred)

Job description

Employee Job Description

Job Title: Montessori Teacher

$10k 2026/27 Sign on Bonus Available!

Job Summary

The Montessori Teacher is responsible for creating a flexible and nurturing classroom environment that fosters learning and personal growth for each student. This role involves designing and implementing a Montessori curriculum that supports the development of skills, attitudes, and knowledge in accordance with each student’s individual abilities. The Montessori teacher will work collaboratively with parents and staff to maintain open communication, promote parent involvement, and contribute to the overall success of the Montessori program.

Essential Functions (May include but not limited to)

1. Designs and implements lesson plans that incorporate Montessori principles and activities tailored to meet the developmental needs of each child.
2. Works closely with parents, guardians, and administrators to address and resolve behavioral and academic challenges faced by students, ensuring a holistic approach to each child’s development.
3. Ensures the classroom is a safe, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate space for students.
4. Develops and provides individualized educational plans and small group instruction to accommodate the unique learning styles, abilities, and needs of each student.
5. Actively participates in ongoing professional development opportunities and Montessori training to stay informed of best practices and enhance teaching effectiveness.
6. Selects relevant field trips that align with the curriculum themes, ensuring they enrich the students’ learning experience, and provides supervision to all participants.
7. Monitors and supervises students during classroom activities as well as other outdoor and indoor school day activities, maintaining a positive, safe environment.
8. Supervises, guides, and assigns tasks to paraprofessionals and classroom volunteers, ensuring they are contributing effectively to the learning environment.
9. Performs ongoing assessments, including screenings and progress evaluations, documenting and entering data on each student as required.
10. Regularly communicates with parents about students’ progress through conferences and other methods, providing clear interpretations of the Montessori program and their child’s development.
11. Conducts at least two on-site parent-teacher conferences annually, providing parents with insights to their child’s progress, areas of growth, and strategies for home support.
12. Identifies students’ individual needs and collaborates with other professionals to assess and address challenges in health, attitude, or learning.
13. Encourages and supports active parent involvement in the Montessori program, fostering a strong partnership between school and home to support student development.
14. Performs other duties as assigned.

The information contained in this job description is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Other duties within the classification and the physical demands of the job may be assigned.

Qualifications

Education: Valid Michigan Elementary Teaching Certificate required. Montessori certification preferred.

Experience: Previous Montessori classroom teaching experience preferred.

Skills: Ability to work cooperatively on a teaching team. Ability to communicate with students effectively through speaking, reading, and writing as appropriate. Basic computer skills in Microsoft Office, Internet, Email, and On-Line grading programs. Knowledge of common assessments and teaching methods.

Other Requirements

Must comply with the Student Safety Initiative Legislation, as amended. Newly hired staff are required to successfully complete the following pre-employment screenings: 1) Criminal background check, including national and local clearance.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The essential functions are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Special Job Considerations

Certification: Required

Type of Certification: Valid Michigan Elementary Teaching Certification

Bargaining Unit: United Teachers of Flint

Salary Schedule: Teacher Salary Schedule, 186 days per year

Immediate Supervisor: Building Principal