What are the responsibilities and job description for the Part Time Auxiliary Programs Teacher 25/26SY position at Kingsley Montessori School?
Part Time Auxiliary Programs Teacher, M-F, 2pm-6m, benefits eligible
ABOUT US:
Kingsley Montessori School is a toddler through sixth grade independent school of 300 students in Boston’s historic Back Bay. Our mission is to engage the mind, hands, and heart of each child to nurture resilient explorers, confident learners, and empathetic citizens. A diverse, equitable, and inclusive community is integral to fulfilling our mission. Kingsley Montessori School strives to be a place where each person feels a sense of belonging and respect, recognizes and appreciates the richness that is added to our community through diversity, and is empowered to take action against injustices. We actively create such a community through our programming, our professional development, and our hiring, admissions, and governance practices. Kingsley’s high standards of professionalism are maintained through supportive and ongoing supervision and evaluation, development, and growth. We actively seek candidates whose lived experiences reflect and enhance the racial, cultural, and gender diversity of our school community.
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
Kingsley seeks applicants for a part-time After School Program Teacher. We seek reflective, intentional educators who are looking to contribute to a progressive, integrated curriculum informed by Montessori pedagogy and principles. As an After School Program Teacher, the individual will share responsibility for the After School Program student experience and develop strong partnerships with colleagues and parents. Teachers work whenever school is in session, during vacation programs, and optionally during summer programs. Teachers are expected to attend regular meetings and share responsibilities with other faculty in the areas of curriculum management, after school schedules, student needs, and the learning environment. After School Program Teachers report to the Director of Auxiliary Programs. This position is 10 months, part-time with benefits.
RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:
- Develop lesson plans and activities and lead engaging hands-on lessons in collaboration with other after school teachers
- Maintaining classroom spaces
- Implementing strict safety protocols including monitoring student attendance and safely escorting students throughout campus
- Collaboration with teachers to ensure continuity between classrooms and After School Program
- Ensure the safety and well-being of each student
- Lead safe After School trips to locations off-campus
- Observe all rules and regulations of Kingsley Montessori School
- Maintain overall professional personal appearance
This is a part-time position, with attendance at staff meetings and occasional night / weekend events outside of regular hours.
Regular Hours: Monday - Friday, 2:00 - 6:00 PM, or as agreed upon with the Director of Auxiliary Programs.
After School Teachers report to the Director of Auxiliary Programs.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s Degree preferred. Candidates who are close to completing their bachelor’s degree will be considered.
- Prior experience working with children and/or in education, preferably with multi-age learning environments
- Demonstrated knowledge of curriculum design and development
- Ability to work collaboratively in a cooperative, collaborative school community
- Commitment to meeting the needs of each child
- Successful candidates will be empathetic, flexible, collaborative, and love working with students and have a passion for working with students
- Familiarity with and/or an interest in learning more about Montessori pedagogy [American Montessori Society (AMS) / Association Montessori Internationale (AMI) teaching credentials are a plus but are not required]
TO APPLY, CANDIDATES SHOULD SUBMIT THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION:
- Cover letter describing your interest in and qualifications for the position
- Current resume
- List of three current/past supervisors with email addresses and phone numbers
Kingsley Montessori School values and celebrates diversity because it makes us a better employer, builds a stronger school community, develops a sense of collaboration, and encourages mutual respect and broader thinking. We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, or any other characteristic protected by law.