Montessori Trained Upper Elementary Co-Teacher

Montessori Trained Upper Elementary Co-Teacher

MSLF is an authentic Montessori school seeking a Montessori trained Upper Elementary Co-Teacher, to lead a classroom of children ages 9-12 years starting in August 2023.

The ideal candidate is AMI or AMS certified and will lead an Upper Elementary classroom, partnering with an experienced co-teacher, and using the Montessori Method, will work with each child to meet their developmental needs. The ideal candidate will also be reliable, and possess a patient, positive, and respectful manner toward children in their care.

Key Candidate Skills and Attributes:

• Ability to maintain confidentiality and supportive respect for colleagues, children and families (required)
• Alignment with school’s mission and values
• Passion for the Montessori pedagogy and working with elementary-aged children
• Exhibit patience, organization, and leadership in the classroom
• Ability to coach/mentor colleagues
• Receptive to input, feedback, and ideas
• Work collaboratively and cooperatively with their co-teacher
• Willing and able to creatively and proactively solve problems
• Commitment to continuous professional development and growth

Qualifications include:

• Bachelor’s degree
• AMS or AMI certified at the Elementary level (6-12)
• Experience working in a Montessori classroom
• Meet the DCFS or ISBE requirements for a teacher
• Good communication skills and strong work ethic
• Investment in continuous learning and development
• Ability to collaborate, multi-task and learn through observation and modeling

We are a strong school community, dedicated to Montessori principles, committed to inspiring independence, self-confidence, respect, and academic excellence.

Full-time position available for start of the 2023-2024 school year

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Benefit eligible, including health insurance, dental insurance, 403B match after 1 year of employment, discounted tuition
• Position start date August 21, 2023

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Grade levels:

• 4th grade
• 5th grade
• 6th grade

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

School type:

• Montessori
• Private school

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• working in a Montessori classroom: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• Montessori Certification (Required)

Work Location: In person