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Richmond, VA
Wild Fern Montessori School, a non-profit Montessori school rooted in our mission of equitable accessibility to quality Montessori Early Childhood Education, is looking for a Full-Time Primary Assistant. We are committed to providing an authentic Montessori environment in a safe space for all children and families. We are currently looking for a Full-Time Primary Classroom Assistant. The assistant will assist the Lead Teacher in establishing and maintaining a harmonious classroom. The Primary Classroom Assistant must understand the goal to create a nurturing, stimulating environment that supports the growth and development of each child. ROLE OF THE ASSISTANT INCLUDES: To support the Lead Teacher and promote peace in the classroom To support independence in each child To model expected grace & courtesy consistently To contribute to the energy of the classroom in a positive way To share in the joy of learning and discovery with each child RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE: Working in a support role with the lead teacher. Assist in preparing the classroom environment. Maintaining a well-organized, safe, and attractive classroom environment in line with the Montessori pedagogy. To work cooperatively with the Lead Teacher to establish and maintain a Montessori classroom culture, paying particular attention to the needs of the children. Assist the Lead Teacher in maintaining accurate and confidential records of the children and their progress Participate in regular staff meetings Participate in school events such as parent orientation, community events, fundraisers, etc. To be informed and carry out duties assigned by the Lead Teacher and/or Administration Uphold all WFMS policies as well as VDOE licensing standards, including, but not limited to, maintaining confidentiality, safety, professionalism, etc. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Passion for working with 3-6 year olds Nurturing, calm, kind, and respectful, with an open attitude toward all children and families. Minimum of High School Diploma or equivalent Ability to work year-round Minimum 1 year in a preschool-aged classroom setting (Montessori preferred) Ability and willingness to perform VDOE licensing required background checks Ability and willingness to obtain and maintain 16 hours of yearly continuing education MUST BE COMPLETED UPON HIRE Current TB test or screening (must be no more than 30 days prior to hire date) CPR/First Aid Certification Complete Central Registry Background Check State Fingerprinting Background Check Sex Offender Registry Check Required VDOE Licensing training and certification COVID-19 Vaccination required Position Type: Full-time 8:00 - 4:00 Location: 7511 Brook Rd. Richmond, VA 23227 Pay Rate: $16 - $18 per hour (with the potential of a pay rate increase after a 90-day review) Benefits: Employee Tuition Discount Paid Time Off, including paid school scheduled holiday breaks Professional Development & Montessori Training Tuition Assistance Working Conditions: The Primary Classroom Assistant will work in a mixed-age classroom setting (ages 3 - 6). The Primary Classroom Assistant may be required to sit or stand for long periods of time and lift up to 50 lbs. Contact Information for Applicants Please send cover letter and resume to: Kate Lipka Head of School [email protected]
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Fairfax, VA
Assistant Guides are responsible for working in one or more of the classrooms at Heaven's Best Montessori. He/she is responsible for providing a safe and nurturing Montessori environment for the children in his/her care, following the expectations set forth by the Lead Guide and Head of School. They should be able to work with children ages 3-6 years old. Contact Information for Applicants LaShawn Payton [email protected] 703-323-1931 (office) To apply click on the link provided: https://www.heavensbestmontessorillc.com/careers Arlington, VA
Located in the heart of Arlington, VA, the Arlington Montessori House (AMH) has been providing a high quality Montessori education to our families for over 30 years. AMH is planning to add a toddler community to its two-classroom primary program this fall, and so is looking to hire an AMI diploma trained (or in training) Lead Guide to join AMH on August 19. The candidate will preferably have experience working in or leading a Montessori toddler environment, be resourceful in helping AMH start the program, be a team player, and be dedicated to Montessori philosophy. We offer a competitive salary (commensurate with experience), health benefits, generous paid time off, Montessori conference allowance, paid professional development, and tuition assistance for dependent children. AMH is accessible to Metro and bus lines for commuting to work. Please submit your cover letter and application to our Head of School, Wendie Marsh, at [email protected]. Contact Information for Applicants Wendie Marsh Arlington Montessori House (703) 524-2511 [email protected] Williamsburg, VA
Williamsburg Montessori School (“WMS”) is seeking applications for a full-time Children’s House (3-6) teaching position for the 2024-2025 school year. WMS’s Programs serve children in the Historic Triangle (Jamestown, Williamsburg, Yorktown) mere minutes away from Colonial Williamsburg, the College of William and Mary, and downtown Williamsburg. Located between the Richmond Metropolitan Area and Hampton Roads, WMS is close to rivers, marshes, beaches, woodlands, museums, and more. WMS is an independent, coeducational school which provides high-fidelity Montessori education to 150 students between the ages of 18 months and 14 years in Williamsburg, Virginia. WMS is a vibrant community committed to the highest standards of Montessori practice, professional excellence, and effective family partnerships. The ideal candidate is a kind, positive individual who embraces collaborative team teaching, looks for opportunities for growth, and masterfully builds relationships with teaching partners, students, and the school community. Applicant must have a MACTE accredited credential, a commitment to building long term relationships with students, parents, and colleagues plus a desire to learn and grow as a teacher. Essential Functions and Responsibilities include: Lead a teaching team with experienced Children’s House assistants and demonstrate the ability to relate joyfully to children Direct students’ academic, social, emotional, and physical activities in a prepared Montessori environment that supports and challenges the whole child. Develop a warm and positive rapport with students. Foster independence, self-motivation, and a sense of community among students. Protect the privacy, peace, and working environment of the classroom community at all times. Develop and implement new curricula and materials aligned with Montessori pedagogy, theory, and principles as needed. Plan and execute age-appropriate and level appropriate lessons and activities, aligning with Montessori philosophy. Oversee the safety and physical well-being of the children at all times. Maintain an orderly environment in good aesthetic condition. Modeling for the students how to share this responsibility. Maintain curriculum planning, observational and academic records, including progress reports. Manage classroom behaviors and implement peace education. Maintain written records of all parent meetings, phone calls, emails, etc. Prepare a weekly message to parents. Hold two family conferences during the school year and provide on-going communication to parents as needed. Proactively initiate discussions with parents in the early stages of issues. Attend staff meetings, parent education, school functions. Attend and seek out opportunities for professional growth and development. Competencies Strong, effective communication skills Professional and courteous behavior Strong organizational skills Ability to work effectively as a team member Flexibility and openness to new ideas and coaching Skills in educational technology Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree Minimum: Montessori Children’s House (3-6) Credential Benefits Salary commensurate with experience. Health insurance, STD, Life Insurance, paid time off, SIMPLE IRA and tuition discount for children Opportunities for professional growth and development A supportive teaching community dedicated to and passionate about Montessori pedagogy and philosophy. Contact Information for Applicants Please send a cover letter and resume to [email protected] Springfield, VA
About Us The Springs was founded in 1966 as a private school to provide Montessori classes for children in the Northern Virginia area. Since that time, The Springs has seen major growth. In 1984, The Springs expanded to include a licensed Full Day Program. In 2014, the school again expanded to include an Infant and Toddler Montessori program. In 2016, The Springs opened a Lower Elementary Montessori classroom. The Springs has the largest Montessori Infant and Toddler Program in Northern Virginia. The school serves approximately 225 students. Position Description The Springs, A Montessori School, in Springfield, VA, is looking for a Lead Early Childhood (3-6) Teacher. The Springs is an American Montessori Society accredited school located in Northern, VA just outside the nation's capital. The position is for the 2024-2025 school and will start on August 12, 2024. The Springs is looking for a creative, motivated, and dedicated individual who has a passion for working with young children and the Montessori philosophy. The successful candidate will be responsible for a mixed-age classroom comprised of 24-26 three to six year olds. Responsibilities include but are not limited to giving Montessori lessons, observations, daily record keeping, communicating with parents across various mediums, parent education, training and managing assistant faculty, and most importantly providing care and support to all children. Hours are 8:00 am – 4:00 pm with occasional evening meetings and at least two weekend events a year. The Springs is a growing school with great opportunities for professional growth and advancement. Qualifications • AMS, AMI or other MACTE Certified Early Childhood Montessori Credential • Bachelor's Degree (or equivalent experience) • Excellent verbal and written communication skills • A commitment to our mission values of peace, independence, love of learning, and respect • Flexibility and commitment to working in a team atmosphere • Comfortable with electronic record keeping • Willingness to work during Summer Camp (preferred) Compensation • Salary: $54,000-$66,000 depending on experience and level of education* • 4 weeks paid vacation* • 10 personal days* • 401k (w/employer) matching • Health Insurance • Vision, Dental, Short-Term Disability • Tuition Assistance for Continuing Education • Professional Development Opportunities • Performance Bonuses • American Montessori Society Membership Dues • Paid Planning Time * Details reflect 12-month employees and differ slightly for 10-month employees. Contact Information for Applicants Interested??? To apply, please send us your resume, cover letter, and references to: The Springs, A Montessori School Attn: Vicki Kline, Head of School 7719-D Fullerton Road Springfield, Virginia 22153 or via email to [email protected] Woodbridge, VA
About Us The Woods was founded in 2018 as a private school to provide Montessori classes for children in Prince William County. The Woods has 145 students across 7 classrooms (3 Toddler House and 4 Children’s House). The Woods is the only AMS accredited school in Prince William County. Position Description The Woods, A Montessori School, in Woodbridge, VA, is looking for a Toddler House (16 months - 3 years) Lead Teacher. The Woods is an American Montessori Society accredited school located in Northern, VA just outside the nation's capital. The position is for the 2024 Summer Camp and the 2024-2025 school and will start on June 3, 2024. The Woods is looking for a creative, motivated, and dedicated individual who has a passion for working with young children and the Montessori philosophy. The successful candidate will be responsible for a mixed-age classroom comprised of 12-15 16 months to 3-year-olds. Responsibilities include but are not limited to giving Montessori lessons, observations, daily record keeping, communicating with parents across various mediums, parent education, training and managing assistant faculty, and most importantly providing care and support to all children. Hours are 8:00 am – 4:00 pm with occasional evening meetings and at least two weekend events a year. The Woods is a growing school with great opportunities for professional growth and advancement. Qualifications • AMS, AMI or other MACTE Certified Early Childhood Montessori Credential • Bachelor's Degree (or equivalent experience) • Excellent verbal and written communication skills • A commitment to our mission values of peace, independence, love of learning, and respect • Flexibility and commitment to working in a team atmosphere • Comfortable with electronic record keeping • Willingness to work during Summer Camp (preferred) Compensation • Salary: $54,000-$66,000 depending on experience and level of education • 4 weeks paid vacation* • 10 personal days* • 401k (w/employer) matching • Health Insurance • Vision, Dental, Short-Term Disability • Tuition Assistance for Continuing Education • Professional Development Opportunities • Performance Bonuses • American Montessori Society Membership Dues • Paid Planning Time * Details reflect 12-month employees and differ slightly for 10-month employees. Contact Information for Applicants Interested??? To apply, please send us your resume, cover letter, and references to: The Woods, A Montessori School Attn: Daniel Clifford, Head of School 16723 River Ridge Blvd Woodbridge, Virginia 22191 or via email to [email protected] Blacksburg, VA
MINE, ME & US Montessori School educates and cares for children ages 6 weeks through 12 years, founded in 2013. It is a unique Montessori school offering all-day, all-year Montessori education and care. During the summer months, the Montessori curriculum continues with a much stronger emphasis on wonders of nature and the world of food. MMUMS is located in Blacksburg, Virginia in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains and home to Virginia Tech, a public, land-grant university. Blacksburg has vibrant art, organic farming, outdoor recreation, and academic communities. It continues to be voted one of the ten best places to raise a family. Blacksburg is surrounded by quaint towns that offer antique shopping, local cuisine, hiking, biking, and running trails, kayaking, mountain climbing, and much more. Our children enjoy an abundance of time in the outdoor environment with our elementary students taking excursions to local sites of interest, including the Moss Arts Center, nearby caverns, and the Appalachian Trail. About the Opportunity Our well-established Lower Elementary program is part of a comprehensive Montessori education. The Lower Elementary teacher will work with both Primary and Upper Elementary Montessori-certified lead teachers to streamline the program through all phases of grade school development, with an adolescent program developing on the horizon. The Lower Elementary program is currently limited to 25 students who join us from the entire surrounding community in the New River Valley, including communities such as Giles, Pulaski, Radford, Floyd, etc. The Lead teacher will report directly to the Head of School and oversee an assistant teacher with ownership and responsibility being given to the full teaching team. The teaching team will establish a standard of operation and care for the classroom environment, resources and materials, and contributions to the greater MMUMS community. Roles & Responsibilities The Lower Elementary Lead Teacher will perform the following duties: Philosophically
Classroom Environment
Observation & Program Progression
Family Connection
Culinary Curriculum, Seed to Table
Outdoor Education and Environmental Stewardship
Professionalism and Collegiality
Daily and Yearly Schedule: MMUMS is a year-round program that is available from 8 am - 5 pm, Monday through Friday. Children arrive daily at 8:00 am and the Lower Elementary work period begins at 8:45 am. Lead teachers are expected to arrive by 8:00 am and remain at the school until 5:00 pm. They are given a one-hour personal break and a one-hour planning time during the afternoon work period and outside time. Qualifications: We seek candidates who have both the experience and the mindset of a Montessorian. We look for candidates with some or all of the following qualifications: Experience & Professional
Mindsets
Physical Requirements MMUMS strives to provide an effective accommodation, unless doing so requires significant difficulty or expense, changing fundamental job duties, lowering production or performance standards, or tolerating misconduct. The job requires certain physical capabilities to support duties performed during a typical day. These capabilities include:
Compensation and Benefits MINE, ME & US Montessori School is committed to providing a collegial, stimulating, and respectful environment with ample opportunities for professional growth. To this end MMUMS faculty enjoy:
* PTO days are pre-populated into the school calendar, centered around term breaks and holidays. Additional time off may be made by request and is subject to approval by the Head of School. Applications will be accepted and reviewed upon receipt until the position is filled. Please submit the following materials to apply:
Once application materials are reviewed candidates will be invited to begin the three-phase interview process, including a phone or Zoom interview, in-person interview, and classroom observation. Please submit inquiries and/or application materials to Rachel Brunsma, Head of School - [email protected]. |
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