Elementary Montessori Teacher (ELI, ELII, ELI - II) Job at Westside Montessori School, Houston, TX

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  • Westside Montessori School
  • Houston, TX

Job Description

Role Title: Elementary Montessori Teacher (ELI/ELII/ELI – II)

Fair Labor Standards Act Classification: Exempt, academic-year (10-month) position

Reports To: Head of School/Assistant Head of School

Hours: 7:30-3:30

Westside Montessori School is searching for elementary educators who have an educational philosophy that aligns with Montessori principles. WMS is particularly interested in candidates who are team-oriented, lifelong learners and committed to culturally responsive and culturally affirming school culture and instruction. Candidates who have unique interests and unique areas of expertise to share with students are encouraged to apply.

Summary

A full-time teaching position responsible for instruction and assessment in an authentic, multi-age level Montessori classroom. This role includes, but is not limited to:

• Establishing positive relationships with students and families

• Curricular, instructional, and assessment planning in collaboration with the elementary team

• Record keeping and progress monitoring of students’ academic and social development through the online student information system (Transparent Classroom)

• Establishing a well-prepared learning environment that aligns with Montessori principles, research, and best practices in the field of education

• Establishing a well-prepared learning environment that engages students

• Modeling and fostering a sense of community

• Using Montessori pedagogy and materials for instruction and assessment

• Engaging in collaboration with all faculty members

• Mentoring and guiding students in their academic and social development

• Learning and engaging in WMS’s Student Support process to support the neurodiversity in student learners

• Creatively matching academic and real-world challenges to a variety of student skill levels

• Cultivating productive relationships with our community members, including parents and volunteers

• Must have the ability and proven ability to report to work on a regular and punctual basis

• Enthusiasm for participating in educational travel experiences

Qualifications

The well-grounded candidate will have experience teaching lower elementary school students. We are looking for individuals who possess:

• Bachelor’s degree

• Teaching credential

• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing

• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others

• A lifelong desire for continuous personal growth and professional learning

• Commitment to the principles and goals of Montessori education

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree

• Montessori teaching credential from an AMS, NCME, or AMI education program (or any other MACTE accredited course)

Job Tags

Full time,

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