Upper Elementary 9-12 Lead Teacher

3 weeks ago


Chicago Illinois, United States Near North Montessori School Full time
Job Description

We are seeking a Montessori-trained, Upper Elementary Lead Guide, to join our team here at Near North Montessori

The Near North Montessori (NNM) Teacher / Guide provides for instruction of students by developing, selecting, and modifying instructional plans and materials and presenting them using instructional techniques which meet the needs of all students. The Teacher / Guide provides an atmosphere and environment conducive to the intellectual, physical, social and emotional development of students. This position monitors and evaluates student performance, develops and implements plans to improve student performance, and maintains required records and follows required procedures and practices.

Schedule: 40 hours per week, typically Monday through Friday, with shifts falling between 8:00 am and 6:00 pm during the school year, with adjustments or additional time as needed. This role may also include required daytime & overnight field trip participation. This is a school year role, starting in August and ending in mid June each year. There will be an opportunity to work summer camps if desired. We are searching for someone to start in August 2024 for our 2024/25 school year

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

Guide the daily instruction of the curriculum appropriate to the 9 - 12 level of the classroom based on Montessori training and school policies and practices

Guide, observe, evaluate, and track the progress of students throughout the school year and over the 3-year cycle

Uphold and reinforce positive behavior by modeling or drawing attention to established values, rules and the school's portrait of a graduate

Remain in contact with the whole class and sense changing mood or activity, responding appropriately

Integrate cultural competency into lessons across the curriculum, model anti-racist and anti-biased practices and values

Conference with individual children about their work

Prepare and maintain a classroom environment that inspires learning, exploration, observation and discovery

Provide physical and emotional safety and support of all students nurturing and guiding their social emotional learning 

Plan and attend level and class field trips and camp, including an week-long overnight camp trip each year

Demonstrate short and long term planning and preparation for instruction 

Present and speak at events including parent education, performances, presentations and other scheduled events throughout the year

Complete student paperwork and records efficiently as required

Create strong, positive student and parent partnerships by establishing good communication practices; provide meaningful input, observations and feedback on student progress and development

Provide support and guidance to other faculty and staff supporting students including learning resource specialists, Spanish, PE, and more

Work with and regularly communicate with the Coach regarding progress of students, concerns, and needs; include Coach in meetings when necessary

Manage and support the assistants, interns, and other support staff assigned to the class providing regular performance feedback and completing evaluations

Engage in professional development in order to improve knowledge, skills and overall impact in the classroom with students

Uphold professional standards of personal presentation, punctuality, and grace and courtesy 

Promote an enthusiasm for and understanding of NNM mission, vision and values with students and in partnership with parents

Work as a part of the elementary level, faculty, and school community, regularly attending and constructively contributing to meetings, events and other school activities

Be present in the classroom and available to students when class is in session

Report to the proper authority any pertinent information on the happenings of the day

Use equipment and supplies safely and conscientiously, keeping the physical environment clean and orderly

Provide a safe and secure environment. Be familiar with emergency procedures

Carry out all specific procedures and responsibilities as outlined by the NNM Staff Handbook and the lead teacher

Acquire professional training in the educational field by attending educational conferences, training workshops and other related activities

Perform other duties and responsibilities as required, assigned, or requested



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