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