Montessori Lead Guide (Primary)

About the role

CMCH Preschool is a Jewish non-profit, private education institution for children ages 18 months - Kindergarten. We are a vibrant, warm, premier educational home designed to foster a love of learning. We prioritize being a comfortable, happy place to work. A foundational belief of ours is that when teachers and staff are happy and enjoy their place of work, this is reflected in the children. We actively aim to create an environment that fosters camaraderie, genuine friendship, and thus, a team that works well together for the benefit of the children.

Responsibilities

• Lead teacher shall lead/teach at the school during normal working hours on all regularly scheduled work days, and at other times as specified below.
• Complete conference reports, maintain student records, and share student progress required by the school.
• Demonstrate rapport with, and respect and kindness for, the students.
• Protect the student’s health, safety, and welfare within the classroom environment.
• Prepare an environment in which the materials are complete and correspond to the needs of the group.
• Maintain current attendance records.
• Maintain and develop written lesson plans for each week.
• Attend staff meetings and other in-school events.
• Attend the August in-service week for faculty.
• Hold two formal conferences with written reports yearly with families in regards to the student’s progress and specific needs, and communicate regularly with families.
• Maintain current and accurate academic records.
• Establish positive relationships with families.
• Collaborate daily with classroom assistants and specialists and provide direction for classroom maintenance, classroom management, and student academic and social progress.

Requirements

• A bachelor's in early childhood educationAMI or AMS certified
• Experience in a classroom setting
• Have obtained, or are willing to obtain, First Aid and CPR Certifications (paid for by employer).
• Willing to obtain In-Service hours annually (paid for by employer).
• Willing to obtain a background check through the Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning
• Three or more years of Montessori teaching experience are desirable. With less experience, the desire and passion to further one's teaching career are necessary.