Montessori Teacher & Learning Guide

Choice-Schools-Associates; Southgate (MI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Creative Montessori Academy in Michigan is seeking an educator to establish and supervise a safe, nurturing setting where children can learn through self-directed pace and individual style. The role focuses on fostering curiosity, guiding academic tasks, arranging stimulating activities, and supporting social development.

You will work with guardians, adapt teaching methods to each child's needs, and help maintain an orderly classroom.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years of age with a work permit.
• Must meet all requirements established by the DLARA's BCHS.
• Ability to walk, lift up to 50 pounds, climb, bend, reach and kneel.
• Ability to communicate with students, staff and guardians in a professional manner.
• Exemplary work habits verified by reference check.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates assigned age appropriate activities for developmental growth.
• Assists in keeping the classroom neat, clean and orderly to provide work and study areas conducive to learning.
• Collects and displays suitable materials for bulletin boards and other educational displays.
• Uses resources effectively to support learning activities in the classroom, the Academy and the community.
• Works cooperatively with guardians.
• Guides children in working and playing harmoniously with other children.
• Monitors children for the purpose of providing a safe and positive learning environment.
• Demonstrates genuine concern for students in a climate characterized by high personal and student expectations.
• Promotes responsible citizenship through actions as a role model.
• Provides a classroom atmosphere based on the principles of firm, fair and consistent practices, respect for individual children and development of responsible citizenship.
• Shares responsibility for marketing the Academy in the community.
• Participates in the development of policies and regulations that affect instruction and conditions of success.
• Conducts himself or herself according to professional, ethical principles.
• Displays personal qualities, which reflect favorably upon the individual, the group and the Academy.
• Assumes other responsibilities assigned by the Principal.
• Assumes responsibility for the orderliness of the learning environment and the appropriate and safe use of instructional facilities and equipment.

Skills

Love for children

Patience

Interpersonal skills

Montessori knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Experience in educational setting

Job description

Creative Montessori Academy in Michigan is seeking an educator to establish and supervise a safe, nurturing setting where children can learn through self-directed pace and individual style. The role focuses on fostering curiosity, guiding academic tasks, arranging stimulating activities, and supporting social development.

You will work with guardians, adapt teaching methods to each child's needs, and help maintain an orderly classroom.