Essential Functions 

• The Montessori teacher is responsible for all aspects of creating a dynamic Montessori learning environment. This may be in conjunction with a co-teacher or as the sole Montessori teacher in the classroom.
• Create a child-centered, responsive, prepared environment filled with experiential learning materials. This will be using Montessori materials and other hands-on materials that are in line with Montessori philosophy. Teachers are responsible for changing the Montessori materials monthly to align with the school’s yearly curriculum calendar.
• Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests while maintaining an authentic Montessori environment.
• Encourage active, purposeful, hands-on learning whenever possible.
• Focus on increasing each students' quantity and quality of self-directed activity and interpersonal skills.
• Meet with parents and guardians to discuss their child's development and to determine the priorities for their child.  This may include helping to determine a child’s learning resource needs.
• Provide written reports of children’s progress at two times per school year during face to face conferences.

Daily Responsibilities Teacher & Assistant Director

• Receive students in a positive and welcoming manner while screening for wellness each morning.
• Pre-class preparation, including consultation with co-teacher; This includes some cleaning and snack preparation.
• Outline projected routine of the day including any special activities.
• Convey information concerning the special needs of children; propose possible strategies that may support positive behavior and minimize negative behavior.
• Identify materials to be shown to specific children that day.
• Track attendance, student in/outs, illness, injury and other information for the director.
• Consult with other teachers for curriculum ideas, sharing materials, and scheduling common activities.
• Shared preparation of the playground for outdoor free play. On a rotating basis, teachers are responsible for bringing outdoor equipment from the storage area to the playground and putting it away.
• Scheduled cleaning of classroom materials and environment. The school has a daily janitorial services, however teachers are responsible for some necessary cleaning in between activities.
• Ensure the safety and well being of the children at all times. Communicate with the director and fellow teachers to ensure that school transitions and activities run smoothly.
• Work with the director to ensure licensing requirements are being met throughout the day.
• Communicate with parents and relay any necessary information to director and fellow teachers.
• Answer the phones & respond to brightwheel messages in a timely and courteous manner.

Qualifications Required

• A minimum of two years as a lead or co-lead teacher in a Montessori 2.5-5 classroom.
• Authorization to work in the United States.
• Demonstrated ability to remain calm and focused in a busy, child oriented classroom of 18 students and be a collaborative and supportive co-teacher. The Montessori Preschool teacher must always be kind, warm, polite, caring and respectful.
• A clear commitment to the educational philosophy of the school as articulated in the mission statement of Glen Oaks Montessori.
• Fluency in reading, writing and speaking in English.
• Excellent verbal and written skills, as well as outstanding interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work well with all students and colleagues.
• Willingness to adapt to an existing curriculum as well as contribute ideas to enhance the respective academic programs.

Physical Requirements and Work Environment

• Be able to regularly and safely lift up to 30 lbs.
• Be able to crawl, bend, stoop, reach and sit on the floor.
• Work primarily in a traditional climate controlled classroom environment and work regularly in outside weather conditions, including heat and cold typical to the Peninsula of the Bay Area.