Job Opening for 2023-2024
Montessori Lower Elementary (6-9) Lead Directress /Co-Guide/or Assistant in Delta, BC, Canada
Boundary Bay Montessori School is operated by the non-profit Board, Montessori in Delta Society (MIND). The school was established in 1990 and is located in Delta, British Columbia, Canada. We are situated in a natural pastoral setting with a wonderful view of the Cascade Mountains in the background. The natural environment provides many learning opportunities to foster student connection with the earth. The current school houses Casa (3-6), Lower elementary (6-9) and Upper Elementary (9-12) classrooms. Over the next year we will be expanding our school to include a Nido (0-3) program and additional Casa and Elementary classes. We have experienced Montessori Directresses who value working in a professional educational environment where collaboration is valued, innovation is welcomed and mentoring is available to create a team approach to working and learning. If you would like to join our team, we will be looking for people to fill the following positions in 2023/24.
Position: Montessori Lower Elementary Guide/ Co-Guide/or Assistant:
Start Date: August 28 2023 – June 28 2024
Required Qualifications:
• Montessori Certification -Elementary 6-9: MACTE Accredited
• University Bachelor Degree
• Experience working in a Montessori elementary environment
• Application ready for certification from the BC Teacher Regulation Branch
• Legally authorized to work in Canada
• Criminal Records Check & First Aid Certification
Duties/Responsibilities/Role
• Implement a Montessori prepared environment for the 6-9 age child
• Plan & maintain a stimulating & developmentally appropriate environment both indoors and outdoors that supports the health & wellbeing of the child.
• Exercise respect, patience, and empathy with children & families
• Maintain parent communication & record keeping (oral & electronic)
• Meet Ministry of Education learning & reporting requirements on each student
• Work productively & cooperatively as a co-guide or assistant in the classroom
• Keep up to date with professional development
Employment Terms:
• Continuing Contract upon successful 2-year completion of work cycle
• Competitive Salary based on qualifications, experience and role
• Benefit Package (Flexible: EH & Dental, Lifestyle, or RRSP contribution)
• 10 paid sick days per school calendar
• Generous annual Professional Development allocation
**sponsorship available for candidates needing to update parts of their certification
Application Process
When applying for the above positions all candidates should include:
• Cover Letter
• Resume C/V
• 3 References
• Copies of Certifications: Montessori Accreditation, eligibility for BC Independent School Certification, Additional courses/training
Direct your application to Sharee Proudfoot, Head of School
academicdirector@bbmschool.ca