Lead Montessori Teacher (Montessori-certified) (59237)

Position Title:             Lead Montessori Teacher (Montessori-certified) 
Dept:                           P-8
Reports to:                 Principal of P-8
FLSA Classification: Exempt,
FTE:                            100%
Schedule of duties:  10-month schedule of duties 
Salary:                        $82,000- $173,502 annually (at 100%FTE) depending upon level of education and experience

Position Purpose:     The classroom teacher is responsible for all aspects of creating a dynamic Montessori learning environment for students in a preschool classroom in conjunction with an assistant teacher. 

Essential Functions 
Classroom Preparation and Maintenance

• Plan upcoming curriculum and prep that needs to go into the prepared environment updated monthly while directing/collaborating with your teaching assistant
• Responsible for dictating areas that need to be changed with an appropriate timeline, and as yearly curriculum progresses
• Responsible for creating materials for the classroom
• Keeping the classroom and communal spaces tidy and organized

Classroom Management

•  Implement classroom management techniques that are sustained through worktime and circle time and transitions. Create a   respectful classroom environment built on grace and courtesy
•  Maintain an overview of the class during work times and recess duty
•  Communicate a plan for sharing overview and lesson giving opportunities with teaching assistant
•  Help manage and guide children through conflict
•  Maintain ratio coverage at all times in accordance with California State Licensing rules and regulations

Lesson Planning and Curriculum

•   Collaborate on lesson plans as a team with other leads and maintain overview and progression of curriculum in your classrooms
•   Follows lesson plans to execute the curriculum
•   Presenting curricular lessons during whole group instruction (Morning meeting, prayer/meditation, music, curricular lessons)
•   Create a differentiated learning plan for each child and be able to match them with the appropriate materials within the scope           and sequence of the Montessori curriculum

Child Documentation and Reporting

•    Track daily attendance through school's  reporting tools
•    Oversees and is involved in all documentation and reporting (emailing parents, SeeSaw posts, learning services, outside                  supports, incident reports)
•     Maintain student records, work samples throughout the year, documenting student progress
•     Prepares (Assess & write) and leads parent teacher conferences (Fall, Feb, Spring)
•     Available for touch points with parents concerning behavior or academic needs

Other Responsibilities

•     Attend monthly divisional meetings and participate as an active member of the preschool team; attend required P-8 and All              School gatherings
•     Contribute to a positive workplace environment by being kind, warm, and respectful to all you interact with as an enthusiastic          member of the SHS community
•     A clear commitment to the educational philosophy of the school as articulated in the Goals and Criteria of Sacred Heart Schools      and professional behavior based in it 

Qualifications Required 

•    Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field. 
•    Primary (Ages 3-6years) Montessori certification required (AMS/AMI or equivalent certification) from a MACTE accredited               program 
•    A minimum of two years as a lead teacher in a Montessori classroom 
•    Fluency in reading, writing and speaking in English 
•    Fluent in Google Suite, Zoom, Canva

Preferred 

•   Master’s degree preferred 

Physical Requirements and Work Environment 

•   Works in a stressful environment dealing with a wide variety of challenges, deadlines and a varied and diverse array of contacts 
•   Be able to regularly and safely lift up to 30 lbs. 
•   Be able to crawl, bend, stoop, reach and sit on the floor 
•   Work primarily in a traditional climate controlled classroom environment and work regularly in outside weather conditions, including heat and cold typical to the Peninsula of the Bay Area. 
•   Ability to travel safely and comfortably across a 64 acre campus

Salary : $82,000 - $173,502