Job Description

Maria Montessori School, an AMI Recognized school, is located in the beautiful Leaside neighbourhood of Midtown Toronto, Ontario. We have been providing high-fidelity Montessori education to children aged 18 months to 12 years for 50 years. At MMS we foster a close-knit, family-friendly community for our students, parents and staff.

Maria Montessori School is looking for a

Montessori Elementary Guide

who has the knowledge and skills necessary to implement AMI Montessori principles to join our incredible team of professionals. The person we are looking for will not only have a deep, abiding interest in Montessori and child development (with a particular understanding of the second plane child, aged 6-12), but also have strong interpersonal skills, a love of learning, a reverence for the child, and be a team player who enjoys collaborating with colleagues.

Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Implementing and delivering high-fidelity Montessori Elementary education in alignment with AMI principles Preparing and maintaining a child-centred Elementary environment that fosters independence, inquiry, and responsibility Supporting collaborative work, problem-solving, and joyful discovery within a mixed-age classroom community. Ensuring a safe and caring environment for students and their parents Reporting and record keeping that ensures that the Principal and parents are kept abreast of the challenges, successes and competencies of each child Having effective communication skills, and actively and positively interacting with parents in both formal and informal settings Working collaboratively with colleagues and administration to support a cohesive, thriving school community

Qualifications and requirements:

AMI Elementary 6-12 formal training (certification required)

Experience in an AMI Casa classroom is a strong asset Current Standard First Aid and CPR or willingness to obtain Criminal Reference Check with Vulnerable Sector Search within past 6 months

What MMS can offer you:

Bright, beautiful classrooms, each with a full set of Montessori material in which to work alongside an experienced and devoted assistant An amazing midtown location close to beautiful green spaces, public transit and other amenities for you and your students Ongoing professional development opportunities fully funded by the school Competitive salary and benefits package, including significant tuition discounts for staff children A collaborative, supportive, inclusive work environment And so much more...
Maria Montessori School is committed to maintaining a learning and working environment in which everyone's human rights are respected. It does not discriminate or permit any discrimination on grounds of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, family status or disability.

If you think this position is right for you, please email a cover letter and CV to

Alanah Dickson

at

principal@mariamontessori.ca

with

"Elementary Guide"

in the subject line. We thank all candidates for their interest, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Salary:

Commensurate with experience

Start Date:

As soon as possible

Please visit our website:

mariamontessori.ca

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $40,000.00-$75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Extended health care Life insurance Paid time off
Education:

Bachelor's Degree (required)
Experience:

Montessori: 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:

AMI Elementary Montessori Training (required)
Work Location: In person