Lead Childcare Teacher

4 months ago

Bethesda, United States Guidepost Montessori Full time
Job DescriptionJob DescriptionAre you an Early Childhood Educator who is passionate about guiding young children to more independence? If so, then join us on our mission to dramatically increase the accessibility of authentic Montessori education to children around the worldWe are now hiring Lead Teachers for our Infant, Toddler, and Children's House (ages 3-6) classrooms as we work to bring a new Montessori school to the Bradley Hills (Bethesda), Maryland area

Your Role:

In this Lead Guide role, you will create and lead a model classroom. Through your efforts, parents will see what's possible for their child when authentic, high-quality Montessori is alive and well in the prepared environment. You will be provided with a full set of high-quality materials from leading manufacturers, along with a classroom budget to make your classroom unique.

We have an amazing team of trained Montessori Mentor Teachers who will be available to lead professional development, provide feedback, and help develop your skills even further.

What we offer:
  • Sponsored MACTE-accredited Montessori Teacher Diploma ($5,000 value)
  • 75% tuition discount for two children at any school in our network (we serve children 3 months through 12th grade)
  • Flexible paid time off and paid holidays
  • Excellent compensation package including health, dental, and vision insurance, and a retirement 401(k) account
  • Ongoing professional development and a network of supportive peers and mentors who regularly share best practices
  • Career growth and promotion opportunities in our national network
We'd love to talk to you if you:
  • Have you obtained your 90 clock hours of approved pre-service training - 45 child growth and development & 45 Curriculum, and 9-Hour Communication Course
  • Have 3 clock hours of approved training complying with the Americans with Disabilities Act
  • At least 1 year of experiencing working with children under the age of 6
  • Have a CDA (preferred)
  • Have experience with the appropriate ages in a group setting, such as a preschool, daycare, childcare, nursery, or Reggio Emilia center
  • Help children by giving them the tools to become independent
  • Are open to guiding your colleagues, and be guided by them in turn
  • Are eager to partner with parents on their child's journey
  • Take pride in your work and are friendly with error
  • Get energized and inspired by working with children
Want to learn more about us?

We've now expanded to become an international network of Montessori schools, dedicated to fundamentally changing the face of education by growing the Montessori movement through spreading high-fidelity Montessori Please visit our website at Guidepost Montessori.

If this sounds like you, complete the application below

Higher Ground Education, Guidepost Montessori, and Academy of Thought and Industry are committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO). We will not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, color, creed, religion, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, alienage or citizenship, disability, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under applicable federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances. Our leadership is dedicated to ensuring the fulfillment of this policy. When requested, we are committed to reasonably accommodate employees and applicants with disabilities or special needs that may require an accommodation.

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