Alegria Montessori School is seeking a Floater for the 2025-2026 school year. Teachers must have a warm and friendly personality, be sensitive to the feelings and needs of others, be able to relate well to children, and be willing to fulfill responsibilities in accordance with the school’s educational philosophy. Teachers need to provide a loving and stimulating Montessori learning environment for children aged 1-6. Maintain a well-organized and harmonious classroom environment by setting ground rules and expectations for behavior, teaching students the proper care and use of materials, and fostering a sense of respect and cooperation among students. Teachers need to collaborate with other staff members to create a warm, supportive classroom environment.
For over 15 years, Alegria Montessori School has been inspiring children by implementing educational philosophy of Dr. Maria Montessori, an Italian physician and pioneer in child development who observed that children have an innate ability and intrinsic desire to learn about their world. Montessori’s approach of “following the child” is the core of our philosophy at Alegria Montessori School.
Alegria Montessori has a one year old program (12 months - 2 years), a toddler program (2 - 3 years), a preschool program (3 years – 6 years), and an elementary and middle school program.
Qualifications: Must have a minimum of a High School Diploma and have experience with children. Needs to be willing to complete Florida licensing coursework.
Compensation: Alegria Montessori offers a competitive salary and compensation package which includes health benefits (full time only), retirement plan, tuition discounts for staff children, professional development opportunities and more.
Location: Alegria is located in beautiful St. Petersburg in a serene and natural environment near the coast.
How to Apply and Contact Details: Please send cover letter and resume to Nicki Arango at nicki@alegriamontessori.com