Posting Date: May 2024

Job Description

Angus Valley Montessori Schools is going to serve the growing demand for superior quality preschool education. We are dedicated to providing the best possible foundation to inspire children for a lifetime of learning and achievement. Together, we offer an environment where students enjoy music, drama, arts, sports, creative activities, family-style dining, as well as free and structured play.

We are looking for a passionate and caring Montessori Teacher to join our fast-growing team. This person must be very well organized, self-motivated, patient, proactive, compassionate towards children, and must be eager to teach and help students learn.

Duties/Responsibilities:

The ideal candidate will be experienced in handling all Montessori teaching duties including, but not limited to:

• Ensuring that all regulatory standards required by federal, provincial and municipal governments are being met at all times
• Working collaboratively with teachers to plan, develop and implement daily Montessori activities that support and promote the intellectual, emotional, and physical development of children
• Child’s Daily Schedule should include the following hands-on activities:
  o Practical Life Exercises
  o Sensorial / Art Activities
  o Cultural Activities
  o Language and Enrichment of Vocabulary
  o Mathematical and Conceptual Development
  o Music and Movement
  o Gross motor indoors and outdoors
• Creating both individualize and Class program plans on a weekly basis
• Leading children in activities by reading stories, teaching songs, and craft materials
• Teachers in observing, monitoring and assessing the pupils progress while discussing progress or concerns related to children with the co-teacher
• Maintaining a healthy physical, emotional and social environment conducive to learning
• Assisting teachers in supervising the students at all program times. Ensuring the safety and well being of children at all times
• Maintaining and completing developmental checklists and term reports as required
• Encouraging parental involvement through regular communications
• Maintaining your class shelves and class boards on weekly and monthly bases
• Providing support to develop age-appropriate programming for children enrolled in after or before school care programs
• Attending staff meetings, professional development activities, open houses, and parent-teacher interviews as required
• Other duties as required

The Ideal Candidate Should Possess:

• Must be an accredited Montessori Teacher (MACTE Certified)
• Must have a minimum of one year experience as a Montessori Teacher
• Must have a valid First Aid & CPR Certificate
• Excellent organization and multitasking skills
• Excellent relationship building skills with children
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent communication and active listening skills
• Proficient in Computer skills

Remuneration will be based on experience. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

If interested, please apply at http://www.avmschools.com/job-application-pickering/