Montessori Teacher - AIP Campus

Core Job Responsibilities

Lead a Model Classroom
 

• Create and maintain an aesthetically appealing, safe, and clean Montessori prepared environment


• Provide close supervision to children, always making sure they are safe, and the group is in compliance with city -mandated teacher to child ratios


• Work closely with Assistant Guide(s) to ensure a high-quality Montessori environment is established and maintained


• Present sequential Montessori lessons in accordance with the Guidepost Montessori standards as established in training


• Observe each child, regularly document his or her progress, strengths, interests, and areas for improvement, and apply your knowledge of Montessori principles to ensure each child’s individual needs are met


• Interact with children in a warm, joyful, respectful manner that fosters their independence


• Implement feedback provided by other Lead Guides, your Montessori Mentor, and your Head of School


• Problem-solve challenging student issues with other Lead Guides, your Montessori Mentor, and your Head of School


• Open classroom to regular parent tours


• Open classroom to observation by parents and other staff members

 Provide Exceptional Customer Service to Parents

• Communicate regularly with each parent in an individualized manner using approved communication tools provided by Guidepost Montessori (i.e. email, photo-sharing software, newsletters, etc).


• Provide cumulative, formal feedback to parents on student progress, which might include twice-yearly parent-teacher conferences, progress reports, and/or portfolio preparation. Meet with parents on an individualized basis to discuss and resolve student issues as they arise

Create a Strong Community on Campus
 

• Participate in regular staff meetings


• Participate in one-on-one meetings with supervisor and Montessori Mentor


• Participate in community outreach, classroom celebrations, and parent information events


• Actively participate and pursue annual professional development

Work Location :  AIP Campus - Causeway Bay, Hong Kong

Qualifications

• Degree in (Early childhood) Education major, PGDE/PGCE degree will be preferable


• Montessori Certification (AMI/AMS) is a MUST


• Native English Speaker


• Experience working with children of the appropriate age group (2-6 years)


• Passion for the Montessori method of education


• Growth mindset and problem-solving approach