Overview:

The Summit Country Day School is a nationally recognized leader in character education and offers a compelling combination of small classes, caring faculty, academic rigor, and strong spiritual values. For more than a century, The Summit has maintained a proud legacy of excellence in independent, Catholic education. We offer coeducational learning experience to students from Montessori 18 months through grade 12. The Summit is a place where values are affirmed, young minds are enriched, and dreams take flight. Learn more at www.summitcds.org.

Under the direction of the Lead Teacher, the teacher is responsible for providing a Montessori classroom/instructional program that supports the individual needs of the children in accordance with the school’s mission/ vision and the Montessori Philosophy. Qualified candidates can send their resume to Mikayla Trinkley, Human Resources Manager, at Trinkley_m@summitcds.org

Responsibilities:

· Assist in planning and implementing Montessori curriculum, developmentally appropriate practice, and Montessori philosophy.

· Assist in the preparation of Montessori environment which is conducive to learning and appropriate to the physical, social, cognitive and emotional development of students.

· Present large group, small group and individual lessons as appropriate based on knowledge of developmental plans and educational readiness of each child in cooperation with lead teacher.

· Assess and record student progress through observation and interaction.

· Interact respectfully with the children in a way which honors the dignity of each child.

· Work with lead teacher to develop and record progress reports to parents.

· Maintain open, friendly, and cooperative relationship with each child’s family and encourage their involvement in the program

· Continue professional development through attending workshops, conferences and other staff development.

· Attend faculty meetings and in-service days and maintain state certification requirements.

· Demonstrate behavior that is professional, ethical, and responsible.

· Maintain confidentiality at all times.

· Support children throughout transitions including car line, lunch, nap and recess.

· Support and respect the Lead Teacher.

Qualifications

· Bachelor’s Degree; Ohio Teaching License or Non-Tax Certification required

· Montessori Certification preferred

· Experience working in early childhood setting preferred

· Must be flexible and adaptable to meet the needs of the children and program

· Ability to routinely interact with children on the floor, move furniture in the environment and sustain long hours of active work

· Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and written

· Ability to maintain emotional control under stress.

· Promotes and adheres to the Leaders of Character framework.

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person