Montessori Teachers

Role/Purpose:

The Lead Teacher in the Children’s House (3-6) Montessori classroom or Toddler Community
(16mo - 3 years) works collaboratively with an Assistant Teacher and a small staff of assistant
teachers and aides to oversee and execute all aspects of a high fidelity year-round Montessori
learning environment.

Position Responsibilities:

• Plan individual and small group Montessori activities to stimulate growth in all Early
  Childhood Indicators of Progress as outlined by the MN Department of Education
• Develop and plan instructional activities, daily lesson plans, and / or individual learning
  plans as required by the learning needs of the students
• Prepare a Montessori learning environment that meets the needs of current students
• Maintain current and research based knowledge of child development
• Supervise, Guide, and Review Assistant Teachers and Classroom Aides
• Communicate clearly and respectfully with other MSM employees
• Plan, coordinate, and oversee the work of classroom assistants, aids, families, and
  volunteers
• Maintain and update weekly lesson plans
• Maintain records, as required by the Minnesota Department of Education, Minnesota
  DHS Licensing, and Accrediting organizations
• Remain up to date with current licensing requirements and ensure that classroom is
  compliant
• Maintain regular family communication, including regular newsletters, individual
  communications and, at least, two conferences annually
• Maintain accurate and complete student records
• Use formal Montessori observation tools to develop classroom environment and
  individual student learning plans
• Participate in extracurricular activities and events
• Promote family involvement
• Maintain healthy boundaries and equitable relationships that respect each child as an
  individual
• Maintain professional competencies and participate in professional development
• Responsible for appropriate adult coverage in classroom
• Coordinate and track emergency drills
• Track classroom illnesses
• Work collaboratively with the Director to maintain the vision and mission of MSM
• Maintain financial records for classroom expenses
• Ensure successful child transitions from one classroom to another
• Make decisions in emergency situations in the absence of the Director
• Other duties as needed to successfully maintain a licensed Montessori learning
  environment

Essential Functions and Competencies:

• Qualified as a Lead Teacher under MN Department of Human Services Licensing
  Guidelines
• A commitment to high fidelity Montessori instruction and best practices
• Excellent communication skills
• The ability to support, supervise, and motivate classroom employees
• Ability to use email, google drive, and digital record keeping tools
• Ability to bend, go to floor level, and regularly work on the floor with students
• High level of integrity and confidentiality
• The ability to be self directed and work independently
• Ability to life 30 pounds
• Ability to safely work in an early childhood environment where there is a high level of
  contagious illness
• Ability to work outside in both summer and winter climates
• Excellent planning and organization skills
• The ability to remain calm in high stress situations
  Education and Experience:
• BA or BS in education or related field
• AMS or AMI Montessori Certified
• At least 2 years supervisory experience

Required Work Schedule:

• This is a 1.0 FTE year-round position that includes time off while the school is closed for
  holidays. This position begins with 40 hours of PTO annually, with one day of PTO
  added for each year of service.