Upper Elementary Guide

Valley Montessori School | Livermore, CA, United States

Posted Date 10/01/2024
Description

We are seeking a warm, dedicated, relationship-driven individual for our well-established Upper Elementary program beginning in January 2025. The ideal candidate would have teaching experience with 9-12 year olds as well as have a deep understanding and respect for the child at this stage of development. It is also valuable to be comfortable communicating with and supporting parents. At VMS, we value a collaborative and professional environment with families as well as with colleagues. 

Key Responsibilities

  • Offer a program that meets the emotional, physical, intellectual and social needs of both the individual student and the group.
  • Prepare a classroom environment that is orderly, clean and appealing and permits the student to grow and to explore.
  • Collaborate with the co-teacher in planning weekly lesson plans based on a curriculum outline.
  • Establish and maintain effective communication with parents through parent conferences, online correspondence, and on a daily informal basis.
  • Keep detailed records of observations and progress of each student and prepare progress reports for each child as required.

Ideal candidates will have:

  • A passion for Montessori philosophy
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Education or related field
  • Classroom experience with 9-12 year olds
  • A growth mindset
  • A team player attitude
  • Highly professional demeanor in words and action
  • Kind, caring, and peaceful nature

If interested, please send a cover letter AND resume indicating your interest and experience to careers@vmschool.org with “Upper Elementary Teacher” in the subject line.

Montessori Credential Level
Elementary II (9-12)
Education Required
Bachelor's Degree
Job Type
Classroom Teacher/Staff
Position Type
Full-Time (academic year)
Phone(805) 455-3935

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