A teacher's role is creating a nurturing and educational environment for students. Implementation of Montessori principles and techniques, facilitates student engagement, and helps maintain the classroom's organization and cleanliness. This position requires a strong commitment to the Montessori philosophy and a genuine passion for working with young children.

Teacher Responsibilities:

· Prepare the learning environment, set up materials, and ensure a safe and organized classroom space.

· Assist students individually or in small groups, providing guidance and support in their activities based on the Montessori curriculum.

· Implement Montessori lessons and activities across different subject areas, fostering student engagement and independent learning.

· Observe and assess students' progress, documenting their development, achievements, and areas of improvement as per Montessori guidelines.

· Classroom Management: Promote a positive and respectful classroom environment by enforcing rules, assisting with discipline when necessary, and encouraging cooperation among students.

· Supervision and Safety: Ensure the safety and well-being of students during classroom activities, outdoor play, field trips, and other school-related events.

· Communication: Maintain open communication with Co-teachers, parents, and other staff members regarding student progress, behavior, and any concerns or updates.

· Maintain the maintenance, organization, and proper storage of Montessori materials, ensuring their availability and good condition for student use.

· Collaborate with parents, providing them with insights into their child's progress and suggesting ways to reinforce Montessori principles at home.

· Ensures all child paperwork is up to date and complete.

· Follows all ODJFS and SUTQ rules and requirements.

· Participating in school activities and accompanying students on field trips.

· Interviewing and assisting with the training of all new teachers.

· Following the requirements for CACFP (Child and Adult Care Food Program). Prepping and serving snacks throughout the day, providing a clean space for breakfast & PM snack & completing all required documentation.

Center community support:

· Attend CMEC family events.

· Participate in the preparation of family events.

· Help maintain the school environment.

· Meet regularly with the program lead.

· Communicate effectively to staff, parents, and community regarding program mission, philosophy, and curriculum.

Professionalism:

· Maintain confidential information.

· Engage in at least 15 hours of professional development per year to improve personal and professional skills.

· Show initiative in implementation of job duties and responsibilities.

· Respond thoughtfully and appropriately to observations and recommendations by center staff.

Teacher Qualifications:

· Bachelor’s degree in early childhood teaching, education, or a related discipline is recommended.

· CPR, First Aid, Communicable Disease, Child Abuse

· Additional courses or training in education would be advantageous.

· Passionate about alternative education.

· An ability to teach groups of children of varying ages, needs, and abilities.

· Patience and excellent observational, communication, and diagnostic skills.

· The ability to multitask, keep calm under pressure, and treat everyone with love and respect.

· Planning and organizational skills.

· A lifelong learner who can be a good role model for children.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.00 - $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

• Columbus, OH 43227: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person