Montessori Lead Guide - Vancouver, Canada - Ma Montessori

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About us
Are you ready to begin a new journey in Early Childhood Education and make a difference in the world? Are you passionate about teaching children and are driven by a desire to enhance early childhood education? Are you an early childhood educator and Montessorian looking for that next step in your career?

If so, Ma Montessori Daycare & Preschool is the place for you*We Offer*- Competitive salary

• Paid time off and sick days
• Benefits include vision, dental, massage
• Extended employee benefit plan based on tenure and role
• Employee referral bonus program
• You will be surrounded by pedagogical leaders to share best practices and learn
• Our facilities offer spacious classrooms lit with natural light, beautiful onsite playground and are located near various parks and amenities
• Paid Professional Development Days
• Career growth, and promotion opportunities unparalleled in the field
• Team building events, week long staff appreciation events and staff parties
• Enjoy job security in a team you love
• We take work/life balance seriously

*Are you someone who

• Believes in having fun
• Thinks outside the box
• Is openminded
• Desires to inspire
• Willing to give their best
• Can be trusted by others
• Prepared to change diapers, thoroughly clean, multitask, and do what it takes to get the job done
• Is a naturally gifted teacher
• Patient, calm, and professional in every situation
• Desires to be a part of something larger than themselves
• Works hard and plays hard
• Ambition to grow with the company
• Qualified with credentials for the position and/or willing to become qualified

*IF YOU ARE, WE INVITE YOU TO APPLY FOR AN OPPORTUNITY TO JOIN OUR AWARD WINNING TEAM TODAY*Our environment is inspired by the Maria-Montessori philosophy of education, where creativity, imagination, social skills, and children's interests determine the curriculum. As a Lead Teacher, you will create an environment that inspires children to think outside of the box and explore and engage with their senses. Your role will be to observe, follow, and document the child's interests and curiosities as they develop.

Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities*- Prepare lessons that reflect accommodation for individual student differences and develop the executive functions for the students.

• Plan work cycles to expand logic and influence students natural curiosities towards learning
• Optimize the stimulating environment at the Academy to facilitate student growth, exploration, and participation
• Conduct assessment of student learning styles, student executive function development and use results to appropriately plan lessons for instructional activities.
• Plan and supervise purposeful assignments for assistant teachers and/or volunteer(s).
• Collaborate with classroom teams for planning and implementation of weekly lesson plans.
• Encourage children through role modeling and guidance to respect themselves and others.
• Collaborate with parents and/or guardians to share and ensure the educational success of the child.
• Supervise the children at all times, ensuring a safe environment inside the classroom and during outdoor programming.
• Participate in internal and external learning activities to increase knowledge and awareness of Early Childhood Education research.
• Other duties and responsibilities as required.

*What You Bring (Preferred Skills and Qualifications)

• Minimum three years experience in a Montessori inspired practice
• Early Childhood Certification and Bachelor's Degree
• Have earned a Montessori Diploma / Certificate
• British Columbia Child care Certification Level 1 or higher
• Valid food and safety certificate
• Current First Aid Certificate (may be obtained upon hire)
• Criminal Record Check/Vulnerable Sector Check, within past 6 months (may be obtained upon hire)
• Ability to lift a min. of 40 lbs especially when working with infants and toddlers
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively with children, parents, and colleagues
• Previous experience of leading a team of teachers in a classroom environment is an asset
• Learn to play or sing with a musical instrument is an asset

*Please note Standards hours will be 30-40 hours per week*- Basic computer skills is a must

We thank all applicants for their interest. Please note that only those applicants for further consideration will be contacted.


Job Overview:
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Montessori Lead Guide to join our team.

As a Montessori Lead Guide, you will be responsible for creating a nurturing and stimulating environment that promotes the physical, social, emotional, and intellectual development of children.

You will play a key role in implementing the Montessori philosophy and curriculum, ensuring that each child receives individualized attention and guidance.

Duties:

• Create and maintain a prepared Montessori environment th