Little City Montessori has expanded its program from toddler and early childhood to lower elementary and we are excited to welcome an experienced, passionate and dedicated Co-Lead Teacher to support our newly launched lower elementary program. Located in the heart of Northern Liberties, our new construction building has brand new classrooms and dedicated outdoor space! Little City believes children should be nurtured and celebrated as individuals in order for them to unlock their love for learning and build on their natural curiosity. Little City values the diverse backgrounds of our staff and recognizes the importance of teaching the children in an inclusive environment. This role is a wonderful opportunity for an experienced teacher who is ready to take on an exciting, new challenge!
The school is licensed by both the State Board of Private Academic Schools and the Department of Human Services, and is a member of the American Montessori Society.
Co-Lead Teacher Responsibilities
- Cultivate a welcoming, nurturing, respectful, inspiring, empowering, and safe learning environment.
- Work with administration and program directors to provide consistency across the school
- Establish and maintain effective communications with parents and caregivers through conferences, meetings, informal communication, emails, classroom newsletters, progress reports, and educational workshops
- Facilitate classroom volunteer opportunities for caregivers
- Maintain thorough and accurate record-keeping and observation notes for each student
- Facilitate student-led “going out’s” for small groups
- Attend all school meetings and school-related functions
- Prepare and order materials, curate a resource-rich classroom, and maintain a prepared environment that engages students in all curricular areas
- Lead individual, small and large group lessons, as necessary
- Engage in professional development to renew and acquire skills and stimulate teaching ideas
- Provide classroom management during work cycles
- Supervise and guide support staff who work directly with the students in your classroom
- Model grace and courtesy, Maintain a professional self-image and project the values of the school at all times
- Ensure the daily care of every child by following all licensing guidelines and implementing all school standards
- Be responsible and flexible for all other duties as assigned. The role of a Montessori teacher is many-faceted. Additional time outside classroom hours may be necessary to complete tasks and responsibilities.
Qualifications
- A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited College or University
- A Lower Elementary Montessori Credential from an AMS, AMI or MACTE recognized training center
- Legally authorized to work in the United States
- Experience working as teacher with three years of lead teacher, co-teacher, or junior teacher experience preferred (but newer teachers are welcome to apply)
- Strong personal communication skills and written communication skills
- All mandated clearances and trainings as required
- Ability to lift 30 lbs
Desired Characteristics
- A Pennsylvania teacher license for grades PreK - 4th
- Demonstrate a growth mindset for professional and personal growth, and comfort with self-reflection
- Ability to relate to and inspire students on their independent educational journey
- Engages enthusiastically with peers as members of the same team
- Ideal candidates will be eager to learn, flexible and able to adapt to any situation that arises
This is a full-time, 10-month position. We offer a competitive salary, medical, dental and vision insurance, 401K, paid time off, and other benefits.
Little City Montessori strives to be an inclusive community. Discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation or gender identity), national origin, ancestry, age or disability is illegal and will not be tolerated. Little City Montessori will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees who need them for medical or religious reasons, as required by law.
Interested candidates should send resumes to kaitlin@littlecitymontessori.com with “Co-Lead Teacher: Lower Elementary” in the subject line of the email.