Job Opening for 2024-25
Montessori Teacher in Gaithersburg, Maryland, US
Children’s Manor and Children’s Magnet Montessori Schools (CMMS), guided by the educational philosophy of Dr. Maria Montessori, are dedicated to preparing our children to excel in a global society by providing an academically rigorous, engaging and supportive learning environment that cultivates curiosity, creativity and critical thinking. CMMS has been fostering a love of learning in thousands of students since 1993. We currently have 9 locations in Maryland—Baltimore, Bel Air, Columbia, Elkridge, Ellicott City, Forest Hill, Germantown, Owings Mills and Rockville.
Summary of Position:
We are seeking a Montessori Lead teacher who will understand and promote the school’s mission, vision, policies, and procedures both within and outside the immediate school community. 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 and vision.
Primary Responsibilities:
Planning, Preparation & Instruction-
The teacher creates instruction that supports the development of the cognitive, emotional, social and physical growth of the child.
Classroom Environment & Management-
The teacher is responsible for preparing an environment that meets the sensitive period/plane of development of the children he/she works with.
Record-keeping-
The teacher uses various assessment tools/strategies such as observations, children’s work samples, continuum of development, portfolios, etc. to help make instructional decisions for individual students.
Communication-
The teacher is responsible for communication that supports an understanding of the school’s program, develops positive relationships within the school community, and protects the privacy and confidentiality of each student and family in the school community.
Professional Responsibility-
The teacher is involved in ongoing self-assessment, reflection and refinement of practice in the classroom as well as collaborative professional growth.
Montessori Teacher Qualifications-
Candidates must have certification from a MACTE accredited institution
We are always looking for qualified candidates to join our team at our 10 locations across Maryland. To apply, please send a cover letter and resume to apply@childrensmanor.com.
Special qualifications: Montessori Teacher Qualifications- Candidates must have certification from a MACTE accredited institution
Link to more info: https://childrensmagnet.com/ab