JOB SUMMARY: Adeline Montessori School is seeking a Primary Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year for students ages 3 years to 6 years. Job summary includes the ability to create lesson plans and update Montessori materials focused on developing social, emotional, physical, and intellectual skills. The Primary Teacher will also assess individual children's needs, communicate with families, and work under the supervision of the Program Director.
QUALIFICATIONS: Qualified candidates will have experience or education in Early Childhood and can demonstrate excellent communication skills as well as the ability to work collaboratively with families and faculty. Ideal candidates will have a clear understanding of Montessori philosophy, curriculum, implementation, and classroom management skills, or be willing to learn.
Essential functions of the job may include but are not limited to the following:
Plan, prepare, and deliver lesson plans using instructional materials that align with the Montessori philosophy
Develop schemes of work, lesson plans in accordance with established procedures that support the socio-emotional growth of students
Observe, guide, supervise and assess children while they learn in the classroom environment
Communicate effectively and consistently with students, colleagues, and families regarding student progress and needs
Establishes rapport and builds loving and safe relationships with students based on trust
Observe and evaluate students' performance and development using Transparent Classroom
Participate in department, school, district, and family meetings, orientations, trainings, and professional development
Ultimately create, maintains, and models a classroom culture that aligns with the school's vision
Facilitates and maintains an environment that is safe, clean, stimulating and caters to the child
Other functions of the job include but are not limited to the following
Demonstrate preparation and skill in working with students from diverse cultural, economic, and ability backgrounds
Encourage family and community involvement, obtain information for families when requested, promptly return phone calls and answer emails
Participate in appropriate professional activities and professional development
Ensure materials are accessible to meet individual needs
Meet professional teacher education requirements of school, district, and state
Proven ability to report to work on a regular and punctual basis
Ability to establish and maintain cooperate, collaborative and effective working relationships with others