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About the Role

Canandaigua Montessori School (CMS) is seeking a Lead Primary Teacher for our Children's House classroom (ages 3 - 6 years old) starting August 24th. The teacher guides the children’s work academically, emotionally, and physically in a prepared Montessori environment that meets and challenges each child’s needs in accordance with Montessori philosophy.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and deliver lessons based on the Montessori philosophy and curriculum.
• Create a prepared environment that encourages exploration, independence, and self-directed learning.
• Use Montessori materials to facilitate students' understanding of concepts and skills.
• Establish and maintain a well-organized, safe, and stimulating Montessori classroom environment.
• Set clear expectations for behavior, provide positive guidance, and discipline.
• Manage classroom routines and procedures effectively.
• Observe and assess students' progress, strengths, and challenges.
• Tailor instruction to meet students' individual needs.
• Provide individualized guidance and support to students, including those with diverse learning abilities and styles.
• Maintain accurate records of students' progress, assessments, and observations.
• Provide regular feedback to students, parents, and colleagues.
• Prepare and submit reports on students' academic and social-emotional development.
• Establish and maintain open lines of communication with parents.
• Provide regular updates to parents on students' progress, achievements, and areas for improvement.
• Collaborate with parents to support students' learning and development.
• Address parent concerns or questions.

Requirements

• Experience in Montessori Education preferred but not required; training will be provided.
• 5+ years of experience as a Lead Teacher or assistant teacher in a pre-school classroom preferred.
• Knowledge of Montessori philosophy, principles, and practices.
• Ability to effectively implement Montessori philosophy in a classroom setting.
• Strong classroom management skills.
• Ability to create a positive, inclusive, and engaging learning environment.
• Excellent observation, assessment, and individualized instruction skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues.
• Proficient record-keeping and reporting skills.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and continuous improvement.
• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues.
• Contribute to a positive and collaborative work culture.
• Passion for Montessori education.
• Dedication to fostering the holistic development of students.

Skills

• Montessori philosophy
• Classroom management
• Observation
• Assessment
• Individualized instruction
• Communication
• Interpersonal skills
• Record-keeping
• Reporting

Location

• Canandaigua

Work Type

• Full-time

Experience Level

• 5+ years experience as a Lead Teacher or assistant teacher in a pre-school classroom preferred

Education Level

• Degree in Education or CDA

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Bonus based on performance
• Training & development
• Paid time off
• Employee discount

About the Company

• Canandaigua Montessori School (CMS) operates on the Canandaigua School Calendar.