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Administration


California           

Northridge

CASA Montessori is seeking an energetic and responsible leader to assume the Head of School. The applicant has to be Montessori-trained or willing to be trained. The school has a capacity of 216 students, n nine classrooms, Computer Lab, Library, Auditorium and administration building.

A Masters degree is the minimum requirement. Please send resume to:

Sakura Long (818 886-7922)

17633 Lassen Street

Northridge,  CA  91325

casamontess...@aol.com


Colorado

Castle Rock

Visionary new Head of School will lead this eleven year-old Montessori Charter School (pre-school through 6th grade) into an increasingly competitive future.  DCS Montessori Charter School is in suburban neighborhood with two traditional public schools and one other charter school competing for students.  New Head of School will maintain current academic excellence while creating vision for the future and successfully marketing school making it the school-of-choice for area families.  Ideal candidate
will have the following experience:  Administrative/Management,  Marketing,  Curriculum Alignment,  Candidates with Charter school and/or Montessori school experience will receive preference. Visit our website at www.dcsmontessori.org to download our application form (required). 

Send a current resume along with our application form to:  DCS Montessori School, Dept:  BZ, 311 E. Castle Pines Parkway, Castle Rock,  CO  80108.  Or Fax to: 303-387-5626

 

Connecticut

Hartford

An exciting and unique opportunity  is available to lead a dynamic and caring school community at CREC Montessori Magnet School located on the beautiful Learning Corridor Campus in Hartford,  CT. This twice awarded “Magnet Schools of America School of Excellence” has a vacancy for a new School Principal. The CREC Montessori Magnet  School is a public interdistrict magnet school that provides a quality Montessori program in a diverse school community of 340 students. It is an Associated Public School with  AMI-USA and has 5 Primary, 5 Lower and 4 Upper Elementary Classrooms. An  instructional leader is sought to bring this already successful school to new heights.

The responsibilities include management and supervision of day to day operations, the development and  oversight of the implementation of the School Improvement Plan with focus on  increasing student achievement and closing the achievement gap while maintaining the integrity of the Montessori approach. The principal is also responsible for the execution of related staff development and the supervision and evaluation of the faculty. Start date is projected for July  1, 2008.

Requirements
Montessori training or extensive background in Montessori education. Eligible or possess an 092 CT Administrator’s Certificate. Experience in School Leadership. Work experience in public schools and/or urban setting. Experience in data driven decision making. Strong communication skills and ability to project a passion  for the Montessori approach. Respect and ability to relate to a racially, ethnically and economically diverse school community.

Please apply on-line at www.crec.org
Req.# 08-0079

Teachers


California

Folsom

Sundance Montessori School, located in the tranquillity of the historic district of Folsom, CA,is a friendly, close-knit community of dedicated teachers and loyal parents.  We are seeking a certified Montessori Elementary teacher to join our dynamic team this fall 2008-2009.  We offer competitive salaries, benefits, and a supportive staff.  Please email your resume to: mswsunda...@comcast.net

San Mateo

The SMFCSD is currently accepting applications for qualified California Credentialed Montessori-certified primary and elementary teachers.  The SMFCSD is located in San Mateo, CA, _ hour from San Francisco.  The program is the oldest public school Montessori program in the nation, in operation since 1974.  Teachers have their California teaching credentials and AMI/AMS certificates.  We will consider interviewing applicants for whom one of these pieces is missing or “in progress”.

Salary range: $43,458-$81,727
Contact:
Tom Green, Principal
Parkside Elementary
(650) 312-7575
tgr...@smfc.k12.ca.us

Phyllis Harrison, Principal
No. Shoreview Montessori
(650) 312-7588
pharri...@smfc.k12.ca.us

Barbara Weatherly
SMFCSD
Human Resources
(650) 312-7292

www.smfc.k12.ca.us

Santa Barbara

Head Teacher (E2/ages 9-12):

Montessori Center School (est. 1965, 320+ students, ages 1.5-12) in suburban Santa Barbara, CA invites Head Teacher resumes at any time and currently is interviewing for fall '08 for f-t Head Teacher at the 9-12 level.

We have a well established, transitional 9-12 class, housed among 3 adjacent classrooms for 50-60 students, with 2-3 Head Teachers (each specializing in specific curricular areas) & 3 Assistant Teachers. An AMS affiliate, MCS is one of the largest, oldest and most successful Montessori schools in America.

Benefits: fabulous work environment (peers, facilities, locale); competitive salary based on education & experience; exceptional benefits (100% medical & life insurance, dental insurance option, up to 8% retirement, 6 wks. paid vacation in 9.5 mo. school year plus medical & personal leave, tuition remission & free childcare, continuing education & training funds, FLEX accounts, options for summer employment, & more).

Requires: BA/BS degree, AMS/AMI certification, US resident; prefer 2+ years Montessori 9-12 experience

Fax: 805-683-9384 Attn: Nelda Nutter

E-mail: mcsh...@mcssb.org

EOE

 

Florida

Palm Harbor

Palm Harbor Montessori Academy

Calling All Resumés

“Those Who Trust Us Educate Us”
Palm Harbor Montessori Academy seeks Lead Teachers whose trust is in the child, whose joy is presenting lessons and whose hope is cultivating wisdom and peace in children and themselves.  With over 250 students, we serve children ages 1-year through 8th grade.  We are located just minutes from Florida beaches, high quality performing arts centers and a major airport.  PHMA offers a competitive salary with benefits.  To explore the possibility of being part of our dynamic and dedicated teaching team, please mail, fax or e-mail your resumé and letter of interest to:

Christine Varkas, Founder & Head of School
Palm Harbor Montessori Academy
2355 Nebraska Avenue
Palm Harbor, FL  34683
Phone (727) 786-1854; Fax (727) 786-5160
www.floridamontessori.com
E-mail:  cvar...@gate.net

Riverview

Join a winning team! The Riverview Montessori School seeks a dynamic individual to assume a full-time, lead teacher role in its Elementary program, starting in July of 2008. The Riverview Montessori School is MSAC and SACS accredited.  The successful candidate will have an Elementary Montessori certification, and an undergraduate degree.  The candidate must have teaching experience, excellent interpersonal and communication skills, experience developing and implementing curricula, and a demonstrated commitment to personal growth. Please submit a resume and references by e-mail to: L...@riverviewmontessori.com or fax: (813)741-3300. For the qualified candidate, we offer a competitive salary, and benefits.  Visit our school website at: www.Riverviewmontessori.com .
 

Georgia

Atlanta

Certified Elementary teacher needed for 2008-2009 school year.  North Metro Atlanta, Georgia.  See www.MessiahMontessori.org and send resume to Director at address on website.  Salary commensurate with qualifications. 

Simons Island

Early Elementary Teacher

We are a fully accredited Montessori school located on Georgia's picturesque Golden Coast.  We provide a lovely Montessori environment with dedicated staff, small class sizes and a full-time assistant in each class.  The position requires Montessori certification and 1 year of Montessori experience.  We offer a competitive salary and benefits that include health, dental, 401k, paid sick and holidays.  If you are interested in becoming a part of our team, please send your resume and a letter of interest to: Teamwork Services, Inc., 700 Gloucester Street, Suite 101, Brunswick, GA 31520

Kentucky       

Bowling Green           

The Plum Tree Montessori School, Bowling Green, Kentucky, is seeking a Montessori-certified primary teacher to begin in June 2008. We are looking for a warm and enthusiastic teacher with strong communication skills to work with children ages 2 through 6, and interact with  parents, staff, and the Board of Directors. Plum Tree is a not-for-profit school providing educational services for infants through age
6.
By June 1, 2008, please send resume and three professional or academic references to:
Plum Tree Montessori School
PO Box 50639
Bowling Green, KY 42102
plumtreemontess...@insightbb.com

Massachusetts

Franklin

Full or Part time Certified AMS Montessori Teacher

Minimum of a B.A. degree required in early childhood education or related field. Massachusetts Teacher or Lead Teacher EEC qualified.

Paid sick/personal days—paid PDP workshops, competitive salary commensurate with experience.

Please e-mail resume to: Direc...@MySunriseMontessori.com or P.O. Box 515, Franklin, MA 02038

 

New York

Rochester

Franklin Montessori School
Rochester City School District

RCSD seeks teacher candidates with AMI/AMS certification for grades 1-3 for the 08-09 school year. Candidates must also meet all requirements for NY State certification. The Franklin Montessori School is the only public Montessori school in the greater Rochester area serving 180 students in grades PreK-6 since 1999.

Interested Candidates may send a cover letter and resume to Graciela.Pe...@rcsdk12.org. For job application, go to http://teacherjobs.rcsdk12.org.

 

Syracuse

Montessori School of Syracuse in Central New York welcomes experienced Montessori trained teachers in our primary and elementary classrooms. We own our beautiful ten-acre campus in a residential area next to Syracuse University and have a thirty-acre Land Laboratory nearby. Our school consists of seven established classrooms with 175 enrolled students. Classrooms are newly renovated, well equipped, spacious and bright with kitchens and a full contingent of Nienhuis Materials. Competitive salary and full health benefits. If you would like an opportunity to work with a collaborative team of AMS and AMI trained staff, along with supportive administration, parents and trustees, please send a cover letter and resume to: Mary Lawyer O'Connor: MSSH...@gmail.com or 155 Waldorf Parkway, Syracuse New York 13224. Visit our website at mssyr.com

North Carolina

Sanford

The Montessori School is growing and we are hiring teachers for 2008-2009.
Part-time and full-time positions available. Please, send your resume to:
pqgrif...@wave.net-net
or
Montessori School of Sanford
152 Charlotte Av.
Sanford, NC 27330
(919) 774-7747

Winston-Salem

The Montessori School of Winston-Salem, NC

Positions Available include Upper Elementary Assistant, Lead Lower Elementary Teacher, Lower Elementary Assistant Qualifications: Four-year degree and Montessori Certification for Lead required, preferred for assistants. Self-motivated team member who wants to be a part of an amazing community. Excellent health, dental, short-term disability, and life insurance. Paid time off and competitive salary. The Montessori School of Winston-Salem, NC is seeking experienced teachers for 2008-2009. Our school is located on a beautiful 8-acre campus serving children ages 18 mos. to 12 years. We offer a stimulating and collaborative working environment with competitive salary and benefits. Our community is growing and we are seeking individuals with a passion for children and life. Visit www.wsmontessori.org to read our Blueprint and learn more about our school. Submit qualifications to care...@wsmontessori.org or send to 6050 Holder Road, Clemmons, NC 27012.

          

Awards


THESIS AND DISSERTATION AWARDS

The American Montessori Society offers annual awards for graduate level work that furthers the public understanding of Montessori education. The awards are:
  •  Outstanding Doctoral Dissertation:  First Place: $1000, Second Place: $500
•  Outstanding Master's Thesis: First Place: $750, Second Place: $250.

Candidates whose works have been accepted by an accredited university and meet Assessment Criteria are invited to submit a CD (plus hard copy) of their dissertation or thesis, for consideration, to Dr. Phyllis Povell: 14 Gray Avenue, Dix Hills, NY 11746. Please include your home address and e-mail address. To ensure anonymity in reading by the committee, all identifying factors should be removed from the copies wherever possible.

The submission deadline for 2008 awards is Nov. 2, 2008. Notification to candidates will be by e-mail and United States Postal Service mail. Winners will be announced at the AMS Annual Meeting in New Orleans.

For further information you may contact Phyllis Povell at wwp...@optonline.net

Schools for Sale


Colorado

Conifer

A PROFITABLE Montessori School FOR SALE

Location

In the scenic foothills of the Rocky Mountains
Within one mile of open space land offering biking, hiking and nature studies
In the beauty of the mountains less than 25 minutes from the urban amenities of metropolitan Denver.
In the community of Conifer Colorado, Jefferson County, where average household income of residents within 5 miles of school is $115,000 per year and county population is 526,000.

School

Enrolls thirty children daily and commonly has a waiting list
Is licensed for 45 children per day
Operates in a current space of 1326 sq. ft. upper level and 1118 sq. ft. lower level on .8 acres
Is zoned for expansion to a 6000 sq. ft. building
Is the only Montessori school within 30 miles offering a full-time Early Childhood (2/12 through 6 years) program.
Employs American Montessori Society certified staff with same director and owner for 27 years.

 Includes

Business, building and land
Complete and extensive Montessori classroom materials
All classroom and office furniture
Current and future clientele
All playground equipment
Registered name and signage

www.montessoriofconifer.com for more program information

For further business sale and financial information contact:  Andy Klein (720) 312-2376 or email an...@corecompanies.com

 

 

Up-to-Date Job Announcements

Looking for the most current listings for available positions? Here are some web sites that may provide more frequently updated and extensive listings:

AMI/USA montessori-ami.org
American Montessori Society amshq.org
Go Montessori http://www.montessorijobs.com/
Montessori Connections montessoriconnections.com
Montessori Foundation montessori.org
North American Montessori Teachers’ Association montessori-namta.org



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