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Montessori Lead Teacher Federal Way, WA
Montessori Lead Teacher Federal Way, WABezos Academy • Federal Way, Washington, USA
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Montessori Lead Teacher Federal Way, WA

Montessori Lead Teacher Federal Way, WA

Bezos Academy • Federal Way, Washington, USA
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As Montessori Lead Teacher you will lead a classroom of up to 20 children ages three through five within a network of high quality tuition-free Montessori-inspired preschools in under-resourced communities. You will plan prepare and deliver instructional activities that facilitate active Montessori learning experiences. You will create learning opportunities that support the cognitive language social emotional and physical development of every child. You will build relationships and communicate regularly with families to support each childs this role you will collaborate with one or more assistant teachers and report directly to the Head of School.

You share our passion for the Montessori method and have honed your skills as an early childhood practitioner with expertise in child development strong communication skills and experience working with students and families from diverse backgrounds in low-income communities. Above all you demonstrate passion for our mission to expand access to high quality preschool in under-resourced communities.

LOCATION

We are actively hiring for a Montessori-certified Lead Teacher at our school at Federal Way Lakeland ( 3600 S 344th Way Federal Way WA 98001).

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

  • This is a full-time benefits-eligible salaried position.
  • The full salary range for this position is $71000 - $114000 per year. The upper third of the salary range is typically reserved for existing employees who have been in the role for multiple years and demonstrate strong performance over time. Starting salary will vary by qualifications and prior experience.
  • This role includes32paid days of scheduled breaks 3 paid days of personal time off 7 paid days of sick (care) time 10 paid holidays and additional time off if required by applicable law. Benefits for this role include medical dental and vision insurance life insurance disability insurance a 401(k) plan with a 4% employer contribution match paid parental leave an employer-matched flexible spending account for dependent care and more. Please see here for details.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelors degree (OR 4 years of Montessori Primary Lead Teacher experience in lieu of a 4-year degree)
  • Two or more years of experience as a lead teacher or guide teaching children from infancy through six years old with strong outcomes
  • Demonstrated primary (age 3-6) Montessori knowledge and skills
  • Ability to meet all credentialing criteria for lead early childhood teachers in Washington state (with the equivalent of 30 college quarter credits in Early Childhood Education OR hold a valid Washington State Teaching Certificate with an endorsement in Early Childhood Education or Early Childhood Special Education)
  • Ability to meet all additional training and eligibility requirements of Washington state with required documentation uploaded into the MERIT system prior to start of employment
  • Experience monitoring and maintaining accurate records on the progress of individual students
  • Ability to independently supervise communicate effectively with and care for young children safely including ability to lift a minimum of 40 lbs
  • Demonstrated personal commitment to diversity equity and inclusion and experience working across lines of difference
  • PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Primary diploma from an AMI AMS or other MACTE-accredited institute
  • Experience teaching or guiding students in a child-led learning environment (i.e. Montessori Reggio etc.)
  • Experience working with children and families in low-income areas
  • Experience working with children with special needs
  • Proficient in a language other than English (particularly Spanish)
  • RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Plan prepare and deliver instructional activities that facilitate active Montessori learning experiences
  • Use the Bezos Academy curriculum and current research-based instructional practices to develop integrated units of instruction that meet both the group and individual needs of students
  • Prepare and maintain a clean orderly and attractive Montessori environment with the instructional resources needed to meet the development needs of every child in the classroom
  • Create an environment that demonstrates rapport with and respect and kindness for all students as well as between students
  • Use Bezos Academy assessment tools / strategies such as observations childrens work samples continuums of development portfolios etc. to help make instructional decisions for individual students
  • Monitor and maintain accurate records on the progress of individual students; use school-approved screening and evaluation tools
  • Use relevant approved technology to support instruction
  • Communicate necessary information regularly to students colleagues and families regarding student progress and student needs
  • Establish a positive relationship with families and students providing regular communication with families about their children
  • Maintain teaching skills and participate in professional development activities
  • Engage in on-going self-assessment and refinement of practice as well as in collaborative professional growth
  • Participate in collegial activities and meetings designed to make the entire school a productive professional learning community
  • Support the learning and development of assistant teachers
  • If applicable serve as a supervising teacher for teachers enrolled in Bezos Academys in-house Montessori credentialing program including providing feedback and completing progress evaluations
  • Assume postures at low levels (e.g. kneeling stooping bending and sitting on the floor) as needed to communicate effectively with children
  • Please click here for a full job description.

    Bezos Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex pregnancy sexual orientation gender identity national origin age protected veteran status or disability status.

    Bezos Academy participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with employee Form I-9 Information to confirm authorization to work in the U.S. Bezos Academy only uses E-Verify once a candidate has accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9. If E-Verify cannot confirm that an employee is authorized to work Bezos Academy will give the employee written instructions and an opportunity to contact the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so the employee can begin to resolve the issue before any adverse employment action is taken. For more information about your right to work please see the Notice of Right to Work.

    We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you are in need of an accommodation to participate in the application process please reach out to . We will work with you to ensure you have a fair opportunity to apply for our open positions.

    If you are a current Bezos Academy employee please use the internal job board to apply.

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