Posted 15 months ago
Lower Elementary Montessori Teacher
@ Montessori Teachers College
Toronto, Ontario
Overview
Toronto Children's School of the Arts is hiring a Lower Elementary Montessori Teacher to guide students aged 6 to 9 in a prepared environment, delivering lessons based on Montessori philosophy and the Ontario curriculum. The role is full-time, Monday to Friday, on site, paid $30.00 to $35.00 per hour.
Pay:
$30–$35 an hour
Responsibilities:
- Deliver Montessori lessons for Grades 1 to 3 under the Ontario curriculum
- Observe, assess and document student progress through portfolios
- Maintain a prepared, orderly and enriched Montessori environment
- Communicate regularly with parents and caregivers
- Collaborate with faculty on whole-child development
Requirements summary:
- Montessori Elementary Diploma from a MACTE-accredited institution (AMI or AMS preferred)
- Bachelor of Education and current OCT certification
- Minimum 2 years of elementary teaching experience
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Strong classroom management skills
- Commitment to anti-bias and inclusive teaching
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Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2025-07-31
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-26
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-26
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Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Education |
| Experience | 2+ years |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Schedule | day |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | School |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer low |
| Languages | English, French |
| Licences & certifications | Ontario College of Teachers certification, Montessori Elementary Diploma |
| Education | Bachelor’s degree (required), Professional degree (MD, JD…) (required) |
| Fields of study | Education, Montessori pedagogy |
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Montessori Teachers College
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| Open jobs on Jobsy | 162 |
Job description
About Us:
Toronto Children's School of the Arts is a vibrant and nurturing Montessori school committed to fostering the intellectual, emotional, and social development of children through authentic Montessori education and core Art programming. Our Elementary program (Grades 1–6) blends Montessori pedagogy with the Ontario curriculum, encouraging curiosity, independence, and a lifelong love of learning.
We are seeking a passionate, qualified Lower Elementary Montessori Teacher to join our teaching team. The successful candidate will guide students aged 6–9 in a prepared environment that supports individualized learning, fosters respect for self and others, and inspires exploration across disciplines.
Key Responsibilities:
- Deliver engaging lessons based on Montessori philosophy and the Ontario Elementary Curriculum (Grades 1–3)
- Observe, assess, and document student progress through portfolios and records
- Guide students in developing independence, responsibility, and a love of learning
- Prepare and maintain a beautiful, orderly, and enriched Montessori environment
- Collaborate with other faculty members to support whole-child development
- Communicate regularly and effectively with parents and caregivers
- Participate in professional development and school community events
Qualifications:
- Montessori Elementary Diploma from a MACTE-accredited institution (AMI or AMS preferred)
- Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) and current Ontario College of Teachers (OCT) certification
- Minimum 2 years teaching experience at the Elementary level, preferably in a Montessori setting
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to engage students effectively.
- Proficiency in using technology for educational purposes is a plus.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment while also demonstrating independence when necessary.
- Strong classroom management skills, patience, and compassion
- Commitment to anti-bias/anti-racism education and inclusive teaching practices
- Bilingualism in French and English is an asset
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary based on qualifications and experience
- Professional development opportunities
- A supportive, mission-driven team and collaborative work environment
- Access to a fully equipped Montessori classroom and learning materials
We welcome applications from enthusiastic individuals who are eager to make a difference in the lives of young learners.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $30.00-$35.00 per hour
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 2025-08-15
Expected start date: 2025-08-18
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