Upper Elementary Teacher SY 26-27

Montessori Upper Elementary Teacher

POSITION SUMMARY

Provides Montessori and SBCSC curriculum and instruction to large and small groups and individuals in all content areas.

IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR

Building Principal DUTIES:

• Implement instructional and classroom leadership strategies which reflect the Montessori model
• Actively participate in on-going instructional collaboration with all levels
• Communicate regularly and assist parents in adopting Montessori practices at home
• Implement the components of balanced literacy, inquiry based learning, and flexible grouping in all classroom
• Integrate Montessori Philosophy in all curriculum
• Employ a wide variety of instructional techniques which reflect differentiation of instruction
• Fully participate in on-going staff and curriculum development (school year and summer)
• Embrace the Montessori program and the Montessori philosophy
• Work with coaches in and out of the classroom
• Demonstrate an understanding of the needs of a diverse (ethical/racial) urban school population and apply appropriate instructional strategies
• Comply and follow district and school-wide expectations

QUALIFICATIONS

Must be certified in Elementary/Intermediate Education hold a current Indiana Teaching License and be Highly Qualified. Montessori Credentials are required and/or a willingness to complete a Montessori UE Credentialing course in a timely fashion. Specialized Training / Other Consideration

• Successful experience in a public Montessori school preferred
• Applicant must not have had a recommendation for Probation Assistance on their most recent evaluation.
• Interview with Principal required