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Northern Blooms Montessori

Primary Lead Guide &ndash; Northern Blooms MontessoriNorthern Blooms is looking for a Primary Lead Guide who is passionate about Montessori education and excited to help shape a growing school community. You&rsquo;ll be part of a pioneering team working to build an authentic Montessori program that truly serves local families.As the Lead Guide, you&rsquo;ll support a cohesive classroom team, coordinate the curriculum, and handle the day-to-day flow of the classroom. You&rsquo;ll draw on your understanding of children&rsquo;s cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development to create a safe and engaging environment where children can thrive. Strong communication skills are important, as you&rsquo;ll be connecting with children, guiding assistants, and partnering with families.What You Bring<ul><li>A strong commitment to authentic Montessori practice. You&rsquo;re an engaged facilitator of children&rsquo;s learning and value extending Montessori principles to families. AMI, AMS, or MACTE certification is ideal, but interest in training is welcomed.</li><li>A creative, flexible approach to leadership. You&rsquo;re resourceful, see possibilities in challenges, and enjoy developing thoughtful solutions.</li><li>A generous and collaborative spirit. You build genuine relationships, lead with kindness, and contribute positively to a diverse community.</li><li>Curiosity and a desire to grow. You&rsquo;re eager to expand your skills, learn new things, and deepen your purpose in this work.</li></ul>Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Guide children ages 3&ndash;6 in a warm, respectful, and developmentally appropriate way</li><li>Partner with an assistant to develop and maintain an authentic Montessori classroom that reflects the diversity of our community.</li><li>Implement the Montessori curriculum, prepare and maintain materials, and create new materials as needed.</li><li>Collaborate with Commongrounds tenant-owners and serve as a representative of Northern Blooms in the larger community.</li><li>Model best practices and support the teaching team through coaching and collaboration.</li><li>Plan engaging individual and group activities that support social, emotional, and cognitive development.</li><li>Communicate regularly with families through conversations, written updates, progress reports, and conferences.</li><li>Maintain a clean, safe, and healthy classroom environment.</li><li>Uphold all school policies and meet state licensing regulations.</li><li>Supervise assistants and volunteers to ensure high standards of safety, care, and consistency.</li><li>Participate in professional development and attend school events as part of the school community.</li></ul>Knowledge, Skills &amp; Experience<ul><li>Deep understanding of Montessori philosophy and child development.</li><li>Montessori certification for ages 3&ndash;6 (AMI, AMS, or MACTE) or a strong interest in beginning training.</li><li>Preferred: 3+ years of experience in a Montessori classroom.</li><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree preferred but not required.</li><li>Strong communication and basic administrative skills.</li><li>Ability to work well with staff, families, children, and the board while contributing to a collaborative team culture.</li><li>Experience with childcare licensing is helpful.</li><li>Infant/child/adult CPR and First Aid certification, or willingness to obtain within 90 days of hire.</li><li>Ability to take frequent walks; use hands, tools, and classroom materials; kneel, bend, squat, and sit on the floor for extended periods.</li><li>Successful background check and completion of all required licensing training.</li></ul>Job Type: Full-timePay: $44,000.00 - $50,000.00 per yearBenefits:<ul><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Employee discount</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Life insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Tuition reimbursement</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul>Work Location: In person

Montessori Lead Primary Guide

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Northern Blooms Montessori

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Montessori Lead Primary Guide