Mt. Clemens Montessori Academy is currently hiring for a Kindergarten Teacher for the 2025/2026 school year. Montessori experience is preferred.
Do you think education shouldn’t be a one-size-fits all model? Do you think that all children want to learn and will if they are provided the right environment? Do you wish schools were genuinely focused on students and families? Maria Montessori thought so too, and her philosophy of education and the methods she designed remain highly respected in the education community and with parents.
At Mt. Clemens Montessori Academy, we are committed to the faithful implementation of the Montessori Method and have been doing so since 1970. Since becoming a public charter school in 2003, Mt. Clemens Montessori Academy has enjoyed exceptional student achievement, including recognition as a “Reward” school from the State of Michigan. Mt. Clemens Montessori is among the top 12% of schools in the State of Michigan and is recognized as the 8th best school out of 144 in Macomb County.
Mt. Clemens Montessori is located in a charming, clean neighborhood that shares a terrific park with the community. It enjoys a great relationship with the families it serves and a walk through the building displays the joy of learning in student displays of work and in smiling, engaged, happy students.
As a K-5 school, Mt. Clemens Montessori maintains its dedication to the Montessori Method by having a minimum of two adults in every classroom, trained Montessori staff, and materials and resources that align with the mission of Montessori—to never get in the way of children’s natural desire to learn. Teachers are immersed in Montessori training each year and work with one another to focus on the needs of students. By keeping their focus on students, their test scores have risen without focusing on the test or making it the center of their curriculum plans.
New teachers have the benefit of working with teachers and staff who have been with the Academy for many years and know Montessori intimately. MCMA has never felt the pressure to adopt the next educational trend as they have a method that is proven to work for generation after generation of children. Learning doesn’t require a laptop or a smartboard, it requires a caring and committed teacher.
Job Summary:
We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Kindergarten Teacher to join our team. The Kindergarten Teacher will be responsible for creating a nurturing and stimulating classroom environment for students. The ideal candidate will have previous experience working in a Montessori setting, or be willing to go through Montessori training.
Responsibilities:
Essential Duties:
Develop and deliver engaging and developmentally appropriate lesson plans based on curriculum standards and cater to diverse learning styles.
Observe, guide, and supervise children’s independent learning, providing individualized support and encouragement.
Develop assessments and monitor student performance through various methods, including tests, quizzes, projects, and presentations.
Collaborate with colleagues to align curricula and participate in ongoing professional development initiatives.
Participate in school activities, meetings, and events to contribute to the overall mission of the institution.
Maintain a safe and positive environment for all students
Maintain effective communication with students, parents, and school staff
Regular and predictable attendance
Cognitive Demands:
Supervision of multiple students at once
Establishing routines and procedures
Maintaining a safe and orderly environment
Create and implement instructional plans
Participate in continuous professional development
Effective oral and written communication skills
Physical Demands:
Occasionally lift/move objects weighing up to 25lbs
Stand and walk frequently
Occasionally sit on the floor or bend down/squat
Withstand all demands presented by outside weather conditions at any time of the year
Withstand a moderate noise level
Be able to perform first aid/CPR if necessary
Assist/lift students, as necessary
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education, or a related field. Master’s degree is a plus.
Valid teaching certification/license in Michigan with an endorsement in the grade level.
Previous Montessori experience is highly preferred
Strong understanding of child development and effective teaching strategies.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail in planning and assessing educational activities.
Company Benefits:
Health Insurance: Medical, Vision, & Dental Plans
1.5% 401(k) company contribution
3% 401(k) company match
Life, ADD, STD, LTD 100% paid by the employer
Voluntary Plans Available
More information on Mt. Clemens Montessori Academy, please visit our website at https://www.mtclemensmontessori.com/.
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