Primary 3-6 Lead Teacher

3 weeks ago


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

We are seeking a Montessori-trained, Primary 3-6 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

Responsibilities include:

Guide the daily instruction of the curriculum appropriate to the 3-6 level of the classroom based on Montessori training and NNM policies and practices

Guide, evaluate, and keep records on the progress of students throughout the school year and over the 3-year cycle; conference with children about their work as developmentally appropriate

Prepare and maintain a classroom environment that inspires learning, exploration, observation and discovery; ensure materials are consistent with Montessori pedagogy and well maintained

Devote adequate time for planning, preparation and instruction throughout the year

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

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

Work as a part of the 3-6/primary level, faculty, and school community, regularly attending and constructively contributing to meetings, events and other school activities

Connect and collaborate other faculty and staff supporting students throughout the school day and year to create a cohesive educational experience for students in all parts of their learning and development

Work with and regularly communicate with Academic Coach regarding progress of students, concerns, and needs; attend all coaching meetings and include Coach in meetings with parents when necessary

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

Communicate regularly with the parent community through email, newsletters or other appropriate channels

Communicate with parents individually on the progress of their children through conferences, scheduled meetings, email, phone and other channels as necessary

Train and manage the assistants, interns, and other support staff assigned to the class providing regular performance feedback 

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

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

Uphold and reinforce positive behavior by modeling and using established values, rules and the school's portrait of a graduate

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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