Early Childhood Lead Teachers

Richmond, VA

West End Montessori School (WEMS) is seeking experienced Montessori Early Childhood Lead Teachers to join our team for the 2024-2025 school year. Founded over 26 years ago in 1997, WEMS is an owner operated AMS fully accredited school in the West End of Richmond ,Virginia. We presently serve approximately 115 toddler, early childhood, kindergarten, lower elementary and upper elementary children and also provide before and after school programs. Using traditional Montessori methods, WEMS is dedicated to guiding children through their cognitive, emotional and social development .

Our mission:
To provide an authentic Montessori education in an environment that facilitates the development of self-confidence, both intellectually and emotionally.

Job Requirements:

• AMS, AMI or other MACTE Certified Early Childhood Montessori Credential
• Passion for children and Montessori education
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and parents
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail and work ethic
• Commitment to personal and professional development
• Willingness to work two weeks during Summer Camp (preferred)

Job Responsibilities:

• Presenting Montessori lessons and guiding academic, social, and emotional development
• Respecting the needs of the individual learner
• Performing observations
• Maintaining accurate and thorough records of student progress
• Communicating with parents/administration team with consistent follow through
• Preparing and presenting progress reports at designated parent conferences maintaining confidentiality
• Participating in scheduled Parent Education Evenings
• Participating in Lead Teacher staff meetings and ongoing professional development
• This job description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties or skills required for the job and is subject to review and change at any time at the discretion of the Head of School

WEMS Offers:

• Competitive Compensation: Negotiable based on experience
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Insurance assistance
• Paid Spring and Winter Breaks and Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Employee Tuition Discounts for Children
• Inclusive, Collaborative and Encouraging Community

Don’t miss this opportunity to work in one of the few AMS Fully Accredited Schools in Virginia!

Credential: Early Childhood

Position Type: Full-Time (academic year)

Interested candidates should email cover letter, resume, and references to: [email protected].