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Brooklyn Heights Montessori School offers a challenging and comprehensive curriculum built on the philosophy of Maria Montessori to children aged two years through eighth grade. Students work and learn in mixed-age classes led by teaching teams of thoughtful and well-trained professionals. The students have exposure to a full range of academic and artistic courses. BHMS also offers an after-school program and a summer day camp. The School is housed in a beautiful facility in the Cobble Hill section of Brooklyn and is ideally located for convenient access to all parts of Manhattan and Brooklyn.
Brooklyn Heights Montessori School is an equal opportunity employer seeking candidates who will embrace the tenets of Montessori Education, including the principles of community, educational and professional excellence, social justice, and equity.
Job Description: Upper Elementary Head Teacher (grades 4-6)Start Date: Late August 2026
Reports to: Head of Elementary Programs
Brief Description: The Upper Elementary Head Teacher is a full-time, ten-month position. The Upper Elementary Head Teacher will work in conjunction with the Head of Elementary Programs, the Upper Elementary teaching team, the Learning Support Team, the Assistant Head of School, and the Head of School to educate Upper Elementary students in accordance with the BHMS mission, the Statement of Diversity, the principles of Montessori educational philosophy and practices, the curriculum, and BHMS policies. They will lead the classroom team in developing a warm, safe, and caring environment in which children may grow and flourish socially, emotionally, physically, and cognitively.
RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:
Provide leadership and guidance in the day-to-day functioning of the classroom in collaboration with a teaching partner and Head of ElementaryPlan and teach curriculum for the classroom in accordance with the curriculum of Brooklyn Heights Montessori School, its mission, and Montessori philosophyCollaborate, review, and update the Upper Elementary curriculum as needed in conjunction with the Head of Elementary ProgramsDesign and maintain a prepared classroom environmentFacilitate the intellectual, emotional, physical and social growth of each childMaintain student record-keepingPlan and execute student field tripsBuild relationships and partner with familiesPrepare reports for parents and other schools in accordance with the established policies of Brooklyn Heights Montessori SchoolPrepare for and participate in regular parent-teacher conferences as set forth on the school calendarActively participate in scheduled program level and faculty and staff meetingsAttend and participate in various evening meetings, such as Back-to-School Night Parent Education, as well as Community eventsEstablish and maintain a positive and professional relationship with students, parents, and other teachers and school personnelPrepare annual statement of goals, and objectives for professional developmentSeek and act on feedbackStay abreast of educational trends and developmentsKnow and comply with the established policies and procedures of Brooklyn Heights Montessori School as stated in the Faculty & Staff HandbookPerform various reasonable tasks from time to time as requested by the Head of School or the Head of Elementary or the Assistant Head of SchoolSKILLS AND REQUIREMENTS:
Minimum of three years Montessori classroom teaching experience as a Lead teacherMontessori Elementary II CredentialMaster's DegreeBrooklyn Heights Montessori School has an institutional commitment to the principles of diversity, social justice and equity. In that spirit, BHMS does not discriminate in violation of the law on the basis of race, religion, creed, color, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, physical challenge, national or ethnic origin, ancestry or any other characteristic.
The salary range is $83,500 - $85,300 (3 to 5 year range ) commensurate with experience, qualifications and aligned with the school's financial landscape.PRE-EMPLOYMENT NOTICE TO APPLICANTS:
The facts stated in this application for employment and any supplementary materials (i.e.: resume and educational history) are true and complete. I understand that false or inaccurate statements or omissions of material facts shall be grounds for denial of employment and, if employed, for immediate dismissal. I authorize Brooklyn Heights Montessori School to investigate all statements and claims contained within this application, supplementary materials, and subsequent interviews, and acknowledge and agree that Brooklyn Heights Montessori School may check references from sources other than those references listed herein. I hereby release all current and former employers from any charges or damages for releasing any and all employment information, whether subjective or objective, to Brooklyn Heights Montessori School. I also understand that an offer or acceptance of employment does not create a contract of employment or otherwise alter the at-will nature of my employment with Brooklyn Heights Montessori School.
Brooklyn Heights Montessori School, in compliance with New York City Administrative Code § derived from Local Law 60/1984) and section 424-a of the New York State Social Services Law, will require all employees to submit to a criminal background check, fingerprinting, and a records search of the Statewide Central Register of Child Abuse and Maltreatment for the existence of reports of child abuse and maltreatment.
Brooklyn Heights Montessori School is an equal opportunity employer seeking candidates who will embrace the tenets of Montessori Education, including the principles of community, educational and professional excellence, social justice, and equity.
Brooklyn Heights Montessori School has an institutional commitment to the principles of diversity, social justice and equity. In that spirit, BHMS does not discriminate in violation of the law on the basis of race, religion, creed, color, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, physical challenge, national or ethnic origin, ancestry or any other characteristic.
