Greenspring Montessori School, Lutherville

Elementary Lead Guide.

• Provide and support deeply engaging learning experiences in accordance with authentic Montessori philosophy and practice.
• Cultivate and generate a completely student-led environment, filled with independence, concentration, wonder, and joy.
• Create a rich culture of grace and courtesy in the classroom.
• Create a beautiful and inspiring Montessori prepared environment.
• Lesson plan weekly to ensure each child’s unique needs are being met in each area of the curriculum with lessons that support and generate curiosity and wonder, a deep love of learning, and strong academic skills.
• Keep accurate records, updated weekly, on individual students’ development and needs.
• Following the Student Support Protocol for students that present needs.
• Be deeply committed to constantly deepening your understanding of authentic Montessori practice, and implementing the method rigorously and precisely in your classroom and beyond.
• Be a lifelong learner, taking full responsibility for your own self-awareness, spirituality, and growth and development.
• Maintain open communication with administration and colleagues and voice concerns to and seek help from administration in a timely and positive manner.
• Continuously and effectively work with and train partners in Montessori method and child development. Implements coaching received in a timely fashion and intended manner.

This is a 10-month, full-time position (mid-August through mid-June). The hours are Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday from 7:45am to 3:45pm and until 5pm on Thursdays.

Required: BA/BS Degree, AMI or AMS Montessori Elementary Teaching Credential, Pass a background check.

Preferred: Master’s Degree, Minimum of two years of Montessori Lead Teaching experience.