Elementary Associate Teacher

FLSA Classification: Non-exempt, academic-year (10-month) position

Reports To: Elementary Director

Hours: 8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.

Start Date: Beginning of the 2026–2027 School Year (Fall 2026)

 Description of Position:

The Elementary Associate Teacher position serves the students of Post Oak by providing an

additional trained adult to support the development of the child in the Montessori environment

through preparation of the environment, presentation of activities, modeling grace and courtesy,

observation, assistance with follow-up work, and communication with families. The position

provides an opportunity for a Montessori trained adult to work side by side with the lead guide, and

take on additional responsibilities that will hone their skills and further their preparation as a

Montessori guide.

Roles and responsibilities:

At the discretion of the coordinating lead guide, the Elementary Associate Teacher may be

asked to perform the following duties:

● Prepare the environment for the children at the beginning or end of the day

● Make materials for the classroom

● Give children Montessori presentations 

● Observe the work of the children and provide feedback and support as needed

● Timely recording of attendance, presentations and progress in Transparent Classroom

● Observe student social/emotional development and model grace and courtesy

● Take over duties of the lead guide in her absence

● In careful coordination with the lead guide, participate in communication with parents

regarding child development and progress

○ Responding to emails

○ Participation at parent teacher conferences

○ Helping with preparation of progress reports/comments if requested

○ Work with Division Director and Admissions Team to facilitate student interviews

● Attend parent events alongside lead guide as requested:

○ Classroom orientations

○ POPA Dinner

○ Family Fun Day

○ Additional classroom or Primary community events

● Attend monthly faculty meetings

● Meet with lead guide weekly to offer/share feedback and maintain open communication

● Continue educational development

○ Attend educational opportunities (e.g., Montessori conferences, social thinking training)

Criteria for Consideration:

a) The candidate has completed a Montessori Teacher training course and exams and has a diploma;

b) The lead teacher would like to have the associate teacher fulfilling this role in their

classroom, that is, they see the benefit to the children and environment and they are

willing to support the professional growth of the associate teacher by handing over

these responsibilities;

c) The associate accepts the additional responsibilities and is in a position to fulfill all the

duties of this job.

Process:

Employee candidates may interview for this position with the Elementary Director and the Head

of School.

Clarification:

Fulfilling the position of Associate Teacher is not a guarantee of being offered the next available

lead teacher position. Each position is filled by the division director and qualified candidates will

be considered in either a search or an appointment of that position.

The Post Oak School is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, nationality, or ethnic origin in hiring, admission, or the administration of any of its programs.