The Montessori School of Washington is a small, nurturing school for 2 - 6-year-old, located in the

Georgetown/Palisades neighborhood of Washington, DC. We seek a credentialed Montessori Primary Teacher/Asst Director who embraces the Montessori philosophy, respects the whole child, and can plan and implement a Montessori Primary Curriculum. The candidate will work as a Lead Teacher with an Assistant Teacher, in a classroom of children aged 3 - 6 years old. The position is full-time from 7:30 am - 3:30 pm. Aftercare is from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm.

Job Description

Qualifications: The Lead Montessori teacher should have AMI or AMS diploma for the level in which they teach and a four - year college degree. Good interpersonal skills are necessary. The teacher should have the ability to work not only with children but with parents and other staff members as well. A positive and open attitude toward all children is a requirement.

Job Responsibilities:

• Responsible for preparation of the classroom environment, materials, and equipment; ensures that all materials are in good repair, and all sets complete. Develops and makes materials when needed.

• Plan and implement the Montessori curriculum. Give appropriate presentations and establish a record keeping system to track the children’s progress.

• Supervise the classroom assistant, aide, interns, substitutes, and parent volunteers. Provide necessary

instruction and training for those assisting in the classroom environment.

• Promote good communication among staff members.

• Facilitate a respectful environment for children and adults by advocating conflict resolution and Grace and

Courtesy lessons.

• Facilitate new parent orientation and parents/teachers’ conferences and come up with ideas to increase enrollment

• Ensure respectful and open lines of communication with parents. Be available to parents through written

communication, setting up conferences, and educating parents in Montessori philosophy.

• Plan and host Parent Education events at least twice a year.

• Ensures that the general classroom area, staircase, and primary restrooms are clean.

• Assess prospective children when they visit the school.

• Provide first aid as needed and complete appropriate forms for parents.

• Ensure that the staff and children’s folders are up to date.

• Comply with all continuing education requirements and be a community leader responsible for the school in the absence of an Administrator.

• Paid holidays after 90 days

• 1 week paid vacation after 1 year of successful employment

• Tuition discount for children

• Professional Development Opportunities

Job Type: Full-time