Lower Elementary Montessori Teacher, Tobin

About the role

The Lower Elementary Program at Tobin Montessori consists of a multi-graded, heterogeneous group of students aged 6–9 years old. The aim of Montessori education is to foster competent, responsible, adaptive individuals who are lifelong learners and problem solvers. Montessori classrooms are supplied with a diverse set of materials and teaching equipment designed to foster physical, creative, and social independence. The classroom environment encourages social interaction for cooperative learning, peer teaching, and emotional development. Learning occurs in an inquiring, collaborative, nurturing atmosphere where students increase their own knowledge through self-initiated experiences under the guidance of trained adults.

The teacher will report to the Principal and is responsible for planning and implementing a curriculum based on the Massachusetts Common Core State Standards and the American Montessori Society approved curriculum, with emphasis on math, literacy, science, and social studies.

The teacher will work closely and collaboratively with the Lower Elementary Team, the Montessori Resource Teacher, the Classroom Paraprofessional, Special Educators, and other support personnel.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement a high-quality educational program aligned with Massachusetts Common Core State Standards and American Montessori Society curriculum.
• Guide students in creating individual learning plans.
• Apply observational skills to match students’ developmental needs with materials and activities.
• Use teaching strategies that support and facilitate the unique growth of each individual student.
• Collaborate with the Lower Elementary Team, Montessori Resource Teacher, Classroom Paraprofessional, Special Educators, and other support personnel.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher from an accredited college or university.
• Lower Elementary Montessori Teaching Credential.
• Previous Montessori teaching experience.
• Required Massachusetts Certification/Licensure: Teacher (1-6 or PreK-8).

Skills

• Ability to work with and be sensitive to the needs of a socio-economically, ethnically, and linguistically diverse student population.
• Educated in Montessori Philosophy and methodology appropriate to the age level taught, with the ability and dedication to put key concepts into practice.
• Strong observational skills to assess and address students’ developmental needs.
• Proficiency in guiding students through individualized learning plans.