Job Description-Preschool Teacher Countryside Montessori School has two locations - Hillsdale and Clark Lake. Both campuses are private preschools and offer daycare to enrolled students as well as a full Montessori educational experience. Students are 2 1/2 -6 years old. Clark Lake Montessori is housed in a beautiful historic stone church at Clarklake. The robust renovations have transformed the building into a State-of-the-Art educational environment complete with glass walls and a spacious outdoor playground with mature trees. Hillsdale is situated just outside of the city limits on 5 acres with farm animals and a large natural playground. Both campuses offer a peaceful setting. You will be amazed at how independent the students are. All classes are mixed-ages and are introduced to practical living, sensorial, language, math, and cultural philosophies grounded in scientific research completed by Dr. Marie Montessori. Students are able to immerse in the curriculum confident and independent. We know that you already love children, otherwise you wouldn't be reading this job posting. So, what sets us apart? Reread the previous paragraph... We are not a traditional educational setting. You already know that children learn at different paces and excel in different subjects. The beauty of Montessori is that it allows children to excel at their own pace while teaching them foundational components of practical life, sensorial, culture, language and math. We have many students that by the time they head to kindergarten or first grade, they are reading chapter books and accurately completing addition in the thousands . It's quite remarkable actually. Their success is attributed to great educators like yourself. You will not be asked to stand up in front of the class and teach everyone the same material. Montessori philosophy allows for presentations of materials to individual students and then that student is able to independently repeat the work. You really must see it in action. Just google Montessori and you will be amazed. Come see for yourself how relaxed and joyful the classrooms are. Our staff would love the opportunity to share how impactful this teaching style is on individuals and families alike. We are looking for a teacher who, first and foremost, has a love for children. We can teach you philosophies but the 'love of children' is what you bring to the table. We have assistant positions at both of our campuses. Our enrollment continues to skyrocket so we are in need of great assistants to help us round out our teaching teams.

Qualifications:

Education:

• Associates degree in Early Childhood Education or CDA preferred (or willing to work toward a CDA)
• CPR/First Aid Certified or ability to become certified

Experience:

• Familiar with Montessori philosophy but not required
• Preschool experience preferred

Skills:

• Excellent oral and written skills
• Ability to establish and maintain effective communication
• Ability to laugh and find joy in the little things This position may require climbing a ladder, bending, stooping, sitting on floor, lifting

<40#, shoveling, kneeling, pushing, pulling, squatting. Our school culture is unique. Our team of teachers supports each other professionally and personally. You have heard about our program. Now it's time to come and see it in action and explore the possibility of joining our team. We are driven with the same passion that brought you to teaching this age group. A Montessori environment fosters great memories for our students and their families. Come see what the excitement is all about. Contact us today at 517-610-5771 or email your resume and interest to traci.cmspreschool@gmail.com

Job Type:

Full-time but Part-time is available Pay range: $16-19 based upon experience

Benefits:

• 8 Hour Shift
• Paid staff training
• Paid Professional Development
• Mentoring program

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$16.00 - $19.00 per hour

Benefits:

Employee discount Professional development assistance Tuition reimbursement

Education:

High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

childcare: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

Driver's License (Required)

Work Location:

In person