Jobs and Classified Listings

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Next print deadline is Aug. 13, 2010.

Administrators

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California

 

Mountain View

Head of School, Mountain View Montessori Charter School, (K-6), Victorville, CA.

Posting: www.edjoin.org/viewPosting.aspx?postingID=288971&countyID=36

Application: http://vesd.net/schools/mountain-view

 

Florida

 

Lakeland

Lakeland Montessori is seeking an Assistant Director for a small, established Montessori school in a beautiful new facility in Lakeland, FL. The job entails assisting the Executive Director in providing leadership and management of programs, delivery of instruction, school operations, facilities management, personnel management, business management, student support services, student activities and community involvement. Credentials Required: Bachelor Degree or Higher, Montessori Certification.  Benefits Offered: competitive salary range of $37,000-50,000, commensurate with education and experience, a minimum of nine weeks off, health benefits, employer contribution to 401K.  For more information send resume to Josie Zinninger at jzinnininger@lakelandmontessori.com or call 863-413-0003.

 

Louisiana

 

New Orleans

Audubon Charter School is seeking applications for the position of Montessori Director at our Pre-K through 8th grade charter school. We are located in uptown New Orleans with a Montessori School population of 540 students. The ideal candidate will possess a minimum of BA or BS degree, Montessori Certification at Lower or Upper Elementary preferred. Preference will be given to candidates with prior Montessori administration or teaching experience. Competitive salary and benefit package based on experience and background. Interested candidates should submit resumes to Alisa_Dupre@auduboncharter.com.

 

Michigan

 

Kalamazoo

Seeking principal for public Montessori school. Must have state teacher certification and experience. Position for 2010-11 year.

Resume to Profsfd@aol.com or

Davis
2159 Walker Trail
Kalamazoo, MI 49009

 

Texas

 

Missouri City

Immediate opening for an experienced Administrator/Director for a Montessori School located in an upscale community in Missouri City, Texas (Houston suburb). The school is licensed for 160 students:infants-school-age. the successful candidate should possess leadership skills, excellent management and organizational skills. In addition, candidate must have Montessori certification as well as School Administrator certification (or be eligible for), AND an undergraduate degree in Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, Child Development, Psychology, Sociology or related field AND two years teaching and administrative experience in a Montessori School or Preschool. Must be able to communicate effectively (orally and in writing) with staff, parents, children and the Board of Directors. Information Technology skills a plus. Competitive salary and benefits. Send letter stating interest and resume to: gifola@aol.com or fax to: (301) 963-7449.

 

Virginia

 

Arlington

Arlington Public Schools seeks an elementary Assistant Principal at Drew Model School.

Candidates must hold or be eligible for the Postgraduate Professional Certificate issued by the Virginia State Board of Education with endorsement in administration and supervision. Candidates must have a minimum of three years of successful teaching experience or three years of combined administrative and teaching experience within the past five years. Candidates must also have an endorsement, training and experience in elementary Montessori. See JOBS area of www.apsva.us for job description and application requirements.

 

 

Teachers

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Florida

 

Gulfport

Gulfport Elementary School, a public Montessori school in beautiful St. Petersburg, Florida, seeks an upper elementary teacher.  Florida teaching certificate and Montessori certification required.  Competitive salary and benefits.

Send resume to:
   Lisa Grant
   grantli@pcsb.org
   Gulfport Elementary School
   2014 52nd St. S.
   Gulfport, Florida    33707
   727-893-2643 ext. 2012

 

Key West

The Montessori Elementary Charter School in Key West, Florida is accepting applications for the following positions: Lower Elementary Instructor, Upper Elementary Instructor.  We are a free public charter school, offering an alternative to traditional education in Monroe County, Florida. Our school's pedagogical philosophy is based on the premise that excellence in education requires:
 
·         An extraordinary commitment from the family, school personnel and community members.
·         Instructors who keenly observe each child at work in the learning environment.
·         A developmentally appropriate, experiential learning environment that facilitates a sense of mastery and accomplishment.
·         Assertive learners, who possess the ability to work independently as well as cooperatively, and who enjoy learning for intrinsic benefit.
 
Credentials Required: Bachelor Degree or Higher, Montessori Elementary Certification, Florida (or other State) Educator Certificate.
Benefits Offered: competitive salary commensurate with education and experience, health benefits, employer contribution to 401K.
 
Send resume to:
Montessori Elementary Charter School
1127 United St.
Key West, FL 33040
Attn: Staffing Committee
 
Or e-mail: lynn.barras@keysschools.com
Visit our website: www.keywestmontessori.com

Application Deadline: May 28, 2010

 

Palm Harbor

Palm Harbor Montessori Academy, with a beautiful 5-acre campus located on the west coast of Florida, seeks Lead Teachers for Toddler, Primary, Senior Elementary and Middle School levels.
Please e-mail resume and letter of interest to cvarkas@floridamontessori.com or fax to 727-786-5160.

Palm Harbor Montessori Academy
2355 Nebraska Avenue
Palm Harbor, FL 34683
Fax (727) 786-5160
www.floridamontessori.com
E-mail: cvarkas@floridamontessori.com

 

Montana

 

Bozeman

Cottonwood Elementary is a rural K-5 Public Montessori school located in Bozeman, Montana. Currently seeking a full time teacher for the 2010-2011 school year. Candidate must possess Montana Public Certification as well as Preschool Montessori Certification. Any additional elementary Montessori training or certification will be a definite plus. Please send cover letter and resume to 12844 Portnell Road, Bozeman MT 59718 or e-mail cottonwoodschool@gmail.com; Attn: Board Chairman. Application deadline June 15th, 2010.

 

New York

 

Syracuse

Montessori School of Syracuse in Central New York welcomes experienced Montessori trained teachers in primary and elementary classrooms. Beautiful ten-acre campus in a residential area next to Syracuse University and thirty-acre Land Laboratory nearby. Seven established classrooms with 175 enrolled students. Newly renovated, well equipped, spacious and bright classrooms; full contingent of Nienhuis Materials. Competitive salary; full health benefits. If you would like an opportunity to work with a collaborative team, supportive administration, parents and trustees,  send cover letter and resume: Mary Lawyer O’Connor: MSSHead@gmail.com or 155 Waldorf Parkway, Syracuse New York 13224 and visit mssyr.com.

 

North Carolina

 

Clemmons

The Montessori School of Winston-Salem
Open Positions for 2010-11: Lead Lower Elementary, Lead Children’s House and Lead Toddler
Contact: Angela Manning, Head of School
www.wsmontessori.org
6050 Holder Road, Clemmons, NC 27012

Located near Winston-Salem, NC we serve over 200 children 18 mos - 12 yrs. Seeking candidates with a commitment to authentic Montessori practices in a school that promotes, collaborative teaching environments, strong parental involvement and community building. Require Montessori certification and a minimum of a bachelors degree. Competitive salaries and benefits. Visit our website to learn more about the core values of our school in our Blueprint! Submit a cover letter and resume to careers@wsmontessori.org.

 

Oregon

 

Eugene

Ridgeline Montessori Public Charter School seeks an upper elementary teacher for an existing classroom.   Come join a collaborative group of educators dedicated to supporting students, families and each other.  Send resume to tdejohn@ridgeline.org.

 

Pennsylvania

 

Philadelphia

Philadelphia Montessori Charter School is seeking certified Montessori 3-6 and 6-9 teachers for Fall 2010.  Join our dynamic staff and enjoy beautiful, sunny classrooms and FT assistants in a mission-driven urban public school.  Competitive salary and benefits!!  Fax resume & cover letter to 215-365-4367, attention: Caitlin Wood Sklar or e-mail as word attachments to cwoodsklar@verizon.net.  EOE – Minorities strongly encouraged to apply.

 

Washington

 

Bellingham

9-12 teacher, fall 2010. Cover letter, resume and three recommendation letters to Kim Feerer, Director; Cedar Tree Montessori; 2114 Broadway Ave.; Bellingham, WA 98225
360-714-1762 www.cedar-tree.org

 

Virginia

 

Arlington

Arlington Public Schools in Arlington, Virginia seeks a Lower Elementary Montessori Teacher for an existing 1-2 class for the 2010-2011 school year. Successful applicants must be endorsed in elementary education and have a Montessori certificate from AMS or AMI for ages 6-9. Candidates must also have experience working with a diverse student population. Please refer to www.arlington.k12.va.us under job opportunities to view the job posting. Interested candidates can then apply online and contact Erin Smith, Personnel Services at 703-228-2419.

 

Chesapeake

Seeking certified Montessori Teachers (3-6) . Our staff is enthusiatic, dedicated and work as a team. Bright, spacious, well equipped classrooms. Contact 757-497-1882.

 

Up-to-Date Job Announcements

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