Children’s House Preschool/Kindergarten Teacher

West Side Montessori (WSM), guided by the educational philosophy of Dr. Maria Montessori, inspires the development of individual children in a safe, supportive, culturally diverse environment that gives them the freedom to explore, cooperate, create, and become independent learners. Founded in 1975, WSM is a 501(c)(3) organization that serves families with students 13 months through 8th grade. WSM is one of only five accredited Montessori schools in the state of Ohio.

Summary

We are seeking a dedicated Kindergarten Teacher to join our team at West Side Montessori. In this role, you will create an engaging and supportive classroom environment that encourages young learners to explore, cooperate, and develop their individual skills. Your contributions will be vital in shaping the educational journey of our students. It is a mixed-age classroom for children ages 3-kindergarten. We are a well-established, highly regarded Montessori school with:

• Motivated, high-achieving students
• Involved, supportive parents
• A collaborative, student-centered learning environment
• Dedicated teacher mentors

We have an opening for a talented teacher who meets the following qualifications and can envision working in a school where graduates exude a love of learning and embrace work as the path to success.

Educational Requirements:

• Must have a bachelor's degree, prefer a degree in the field of early childhood education, special education or a field related to working with children
• State-certified for Early Childhood Education preferred

A successful candidate will demonstrate:

• A strong sense of knowledge of preschool/kindergarten children
• High-level organizational skills
• Ability to individualize skills
• Ability to take initiative, go above and beyond expectations
• High energy level and willingness to invest time outside of school hours
• Outstanding communication skills
• Strong behavior management skills
• Strong time management skills
• Timely arrival and regular attendance

Our teachers value the following characteristics in their teammates:

• Passion for teaching
• Love for young children and the ability to inspire them
• Flexibility, can follow a child’s lead
• Balance and self-assurance
• Willingness to be an active team member
• Dependability, follow through on commitments
• Dedication to student excellence and developing the whole child

If you are passionate about early childhood education and want to make a difference in children's lives, we invite you to apply for the Kindergarten Teacher position at West Side Montessori today!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $30,000.00 - $38,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Ability to Commute:

• Toledo, OH 43615 (Required)

Work Location: In person