Certified Montessori Guide
Montessori Unlimited · Aurora, IL · Yesterday
ManagementFull-time
About the role
Our Montessori school has been proudly serving our community for many years. With trained, dedicated educators (some with decades of experience), we provide an authentic Montessori experience in an early education setting. With mixed-age classrooms and carefully curated Montessori materials, we embrace the authentic Montessori Method, as we guide young learners toward the future, so they become innovative thinkers, good citizens, and able leaders. Leading a classroom takes a special kind of skill. Montessori Certified Guides have been uniquely trained to deliver an authentic Montessori experience, encouraging children to be innovative and independent.
Responsibilities
- Implement the Montessori curriculum and facilitate engaging interactive learning experiences
- Follow all licensing guidelines, school, and company standards to ensure the daily care of every child
- Develop your ability to accurately observe, assess, and plan for children, as well as effectively communicate with families
- Complete ongoing professional development on Montessori pedagogy and early childhood development topics
Requirements
- Credentials as a Montessori educator from an accredited training program (MACTE preferred)
- Experience in a licensed child care center, Montessori school or related field, and previous lead teacher experience preferred
- Meet state requirements for education; additional school requirements may apply
- At least 18 years of age
- Joyful, dependable, passionate individuals
Benefits
- Competitive compensation
- Targeted range of health and wellness benefits
- Retirement planning with new 401k match