Program Guide - God in Science and Nature

John XXIII Montessori Center; Front Royal (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

John XXIII Montessori Center in Front Royal, Virginia, seeks a Science Program Guide to develop a Montessori-inspired science and nature curriculum for Elementary students. The role leverages our 20-acre property—fields, woods, and a pond—to deliver hands-on learning and track each child’s progress.

You will foster a respectful classroom, model Grace and Courtesy, and collaborate with parents and staff. Montessori experience and Catechesis of the Good Shepherd certification are desirable; hours

Qualifications

• Montessori experience for Elementary aged children preferred.
• Ability to plan and implement a Montessori-inspired science curriculum.
• Capacity to model Grace and Courtesy and manage a respectful classroom.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement a Montessori-inspired science and nature curriculum with possible integration of Montessori Science materials and experiments.
• Give appropriate presentations and track students' individual progress.
• Introduce children to natural features on the 20-acre property and plan activities in fields, woods, and a pond.
• Support children's efforts and assist development of independence.
• Facilitate a respectful environment and teach conflict resolution and Grace and Courtesy.
• Incorporate seasonally appropriate lessons and instill wonder at God's creation.
• Cultivate strong relationships with parents and fellow staff; collaborate with Elementary Guides.

Skills

Montessori education

Curriculum development

Classroom management

Observation and assessment

Team collaboration

Education

Catechesis of the Good Shepherd certification desirable

Job description

The Science Program Guide will:

• Joyfully live the Mission of John XXIII.
• Be a witness to Jesus Christ. Strive to grow in personal holiness through self-abandonment to God's love and fidelity to the teachings of the Catholic Church. and live according to the teachings of the Roman Catholic Church.
• Establish and maintain a harmonious environment.
• Model courteous and respectful behavior, and contribute to a warm, supportive, and calm atmosphere.

Time: Primarily Mondays, 10:45 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., plus one hour of planning per week

Compensation: Hourly, $18-22 based on experience and qualifications

Reports to the Director of Pedagogy and Mission Integration

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement a Montessori-inspired science and nature curriculum with possible integration of Montessori Science materials and experiments. Give appropriate presentations and track students' individual progress.
• Introduce children to the various natural features included in our 20-acre property which includes fields, woods, and a pond. Plan activities that take advantage of these areas.
• Support and assist the children's efforts and activities in unfolding their natural developmental abilities.
• Facilitate a respectful environment for children and adults by observing the needs of children, assisting with the children's development of independence, advocating conflict resolution, and giving Grace and Courtesy lessons.
• Incorporate lessons and activities appropriate to the seasons, helping instill a sense of wonder in the children at the beauty of God's creation and how nature shows forth His goodness.
• Cultivate strong, collaborative relationships with parents and fellow staff members.
• Collaborate with the Elementary Guides in the use of the Elementary environment; keep materials complete and in good repair.

Requirements

• Prior experience with Elementary aged children, ideally in a Montessori setting.
• Catechesis of the Good Shepherd certification desirable
• Ability to provide effective classroom guidance and discipline according to Montessori principles of human development.