Montessori Lead Teacher

Essential Functions

• To effectively integrate state standards of learning into everyday classroom instruction and curriculum
• To work closely with fellow Montessori and Kindergarten teachers to plan and implement activities/lessons throughout the year
• To prepare and implement lesson plans and provide a monthly overview of class work
• To set aside time to allow the Montessori Assistant Teacher to share questions and observations
• To supervise the Montessori Assistant Teacher and encourage participation in curriculum development and implementation
• To maintain and update the classroom webpage and submit a weekly newsletter to parents
• To maintain current attendance and student records
• To create an engaging and flexible classroom environment that corresponds with the needs of the students and is consistent with current Montessori best practices
• To train and supervise students in the execution of fire, evacuation, and lockdown drills
• To alert the Head of Lower School immediately of concerns with children, parents, or staff
• To report all accidents immediately to the Head of Lower School and School Nurse, and prepare a written report stating date, time, nature of accident, and action taken
• To conduct formal conferences twice a year and other meetings as appropriate throughout the year with parents, while maintaining ongoing communication with parents regarding a child’s specific needs
• To protect the privacy and working environment of the class at all times
• To abide by all Saint Mary’s Hall policies and procedures
• To attend staff meetings, parent meetings, and any special events and/or meeting(s) requested by the Administration
• To seek and attend professional development to enhance Lower School practices and enrich the classroom
• To assist with other projects, programs, and planning as assigned by the Head of Lower School

Additional Responsibilities

• To be responsible for the care and maintenance of a clean, orderly and organized classroom
• To be responsible for the safety and physical well-being of the students at all times
• To exhibit a professional manner and appearance

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Ability to implement and promote diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging practices
• To have an attitude of collegiality and to be able to communicate effectively, positively, and collaboratively with the educational team and especially parents
• To be able to build and foster positive, professional relationships with parents
• To be a positive ambassador for Saint Mary’s Hall in the larger community
• To be able to meet the demands and challenges of a fast-paced work environment and demonstrate flexibility as needed
• To possess a good working knowledge of and/or a familiarity with a variety of instructional technologies, such as Windows applications, iPad integration, interactive whiteboard, and student portfolio applications, and a willingness to implement new instructional technology initiatives

Physical Requirements and Work Environment

• Work in a rigorous academic environment, dealing with a wide variety of challenges, deadlines, and a varied and diverse array of contacts
• May involve frequent bending, moving, lifting, and carrying materials less than 25 lbs.
• May work at a desk and computer for extended periods of time
• Work primarily in a traditional climate-controlled classroom environment
• Work intermittently in outside weather conditions, including extreme heat and cold