Montessori Lead Teacher - The Learning Grove Academy

The Learning Grove Academy of Westfield is a seeking a Montessori Lead Teacher to support our Early Childhood Education Program!

To be QUALIFIED for this position, we require previous early childhood teaching experience and a Montessori credential.

Required Shift: Monday - Friday

Compensation: $20 - $21 an hour, based on education and experience 

We are a family-oriented, close-knit organization and we have a lot to offer our next team member including:

• Competitive Pay
• Paid Trainings, including Enhanced Career and Professional Development
• Generous Benefits Package, including Dental, Medical, and Vision Insurance
• 401k with Match
• Discounts for Childcare
• Fun and Positive Place to Work
• Open Door Policy
• Shirts and Swag - we love to show appreciation for our teachers!

Our Hiring Process:

1. Resume screen
2. Phone screen with recruiter (30 minutes)
3. On-site interview with Director (30-60 minutes)

1. Q&A
2. Classroom observation

1. Offer 

Main Job Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the safety and well-being of students and staff at all times. 
• Carries the primary responsibility for the development and implementation of the educational environment and curriculum consistent with American Montessori Society standards and Premier policies and procedures.
• Develops lesson plans and manages the learning experiences for students to ensure the needs of the group and individual students are met.
• Maintains accurate record-keeping and student assessment, including, but not limited to, daily observations, progress updates, year and annual progress reports/portfolios, attendance rolls, accident and behavior reports and where applicable, standardized assessment, meeting all due dates as required.
• Develops positive relationships with children and families encouraging bonding to the class and the larger school community, communicates child’s development based on the individualized tracking of student progress and when necessary, communicate developmental needs to parents which may include strategies, intervention, or support from outside specialists. Maintains regular verbal and written communication with parents.
• Participates in all parent-oriented activities including the admissions process, orientation, and conferences, sharing events, festivals, society meetings, marketing events and parent workdays. Submit written information for media and marketing purposes upon request of the Director or other administrative staff.
• Participates in professional development activities designated by the Director, which may include workshops, curriculum meetings, planning, committee service.  Also, nurtures and guides the professional development of the assistants under his/her supervision, including mentoring the assistant in the Montessori philosophy and teaching the assistants how to use materials properly.
• Maintains a neat, clean, well-organized, and attractive prepared environment consistent with Montessori pedagogy.  Ensures that the classroom and associated areas (including playground) meet all licensing, safety, and health requirements. 
• Ability to work 12 months out of the year. Work hours when school is in session will be scheduled between the hours of 7:30- 5:30. Teachers must assist with any opening or closing of school activities. Attendance to Montessori events outside of the normal work week is highly encouraged and sometimes required, depending on the event. 

• Physical ability to work around small children including sitting, standing, walking, running, and climbing stairs.

• Ability to lift and carry up to 40 lbs. and fulfill all physical requirements of the role.
• Carry out the daily responsibilities of the classroom relating to the care of the children.

If you have a positive attitude, love working with children and desire to work in a fun and professional environment, we encourage you to apply today!

The Learning Grove Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We embrace and celebrate diversity and inclusivity. We do not tolerate any kind of discrimination in our hiring processes against any groups protected by federal, state, or local law.