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Elementary Lead Teacher

Houston , Texas 77077

Smaller Scholar Montessori Academy, part of the Cadence Education family, is currently seeking aCertified Montessori Lead Teacher or Certified Elemetary Teacher to enroll in our Internship.

Enjoy the many benefits of working Full Time at Cadence Education.

• Lower Elementary (1st-3rdgrade) Montessori Certified or Montessori Intern

• 1685 South Dairy Ashford Rd, Houston TX 77077

• Hours M-F - 7:30am - 4:00pm

• Competitive compensation

• 50% childcare tuition discount

• NEW! 401(k) with employer match

• Comprehensive benefit package for all full-time employees, including:

• Paid time off that increases with seniority

• Paid holidays

• Medical, dental, vision options available

• Additional life, disability, and retirement plans

• Educational and professional development

• Tuition reimbursement

• Company-paid life insurance

• Pet insurance

• Paid CDA

  The benefits listed above apply only to Full Time eligible employees

Company Overview

Montessori Elementary Lead Teacher/Intern Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degreerequired

• Must be at least 18 years old

• Montessori credentials (AMS- or AMI-certified) or enrolled in a program (Intern) required

• Must meet all state elementary teacher requirements

• High level of flexibility and willingness to work within business hours

• Certification and/or experience in teaching.

• Minimum 1 year of experience in Montessori education, implementing Montessori philosophy, curriculum and techniques

• A strong commitment to Montessori method and philosophy

  Montessori Elementary Lead Teacher Job Responsibilities:

• A Montessori-certified Elementary Lead Teacher/Intern will accept the philosophy of Cadence Education and will work as part of the teaching team to encourage a positive learning environment for all children within the center

• Display a strong commitment to the Montessori method and philosophy

• Prepare the classroom environment daily to address the needs of the children

• Maintain a nurturing and patient demeanor to facilitate a calm and positive atmosphere

• Document and share with parents the important milestones in a child’s day

• Collaborate with other passionate preschool teachers and leaders to implement an engaging and developmentally appropriate curriculum

• Respect and observe children's interests. Intervene when needed to maintain safety. Encourage and model social behavior and expectations which are developmentally appropriate

• Share ideas in planning a daily schedule which provides a balance of activities: quiet/active, indoor/outdoor, fine/gross motor, etc.

  Cadence Education is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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School Name 381 - Dairy Ashford

ID 2024-50739

Category Teacher and School Staff

Position Type Full-Time