The Montessori Academy of North Hoffman is seeking a Lead Primary Directress for the 2025-2026 school year.
Successful candidates will:
-Hold a Primary Montessori credential from a MACTE Montessori approved trained center
-Have a passion for authentic Montessori practice
-A minimum of an Associate's degree but a Bachelor's degree is preferred
-Have a belief in the ability of each child
-Have a good sense of community and willingness to collaborate with others
-Have good verbal, written and interpersonal skills
-Have the ability to embrace the culture of the school
Responsibilities include:
-Preparation of the Montessori environment
-Plan, implement & record children's progress
-Use Transparent Classroom
-Assist in supervising with the classroom assistant, aide, interns, substitutes or parent volunteers
-Collaborate with all specialty teachers
-Facilitate a respectful environment for children and adults by advocating conflict resolution
-Implement grace, courtesy and character-building lessons
-Ensure respectful and open lines of communication with parents. Blog weekly and be available to parents through written communication, setting up conferences and educating parents with Montessori philosophy
-Participate in Parent Education Sessions
-Assess prospective children when visiting the school
-Provide first aid if needed and complete appropriate forms for parents
-Attend all faculty meetings and staff events