Posted 21 months ago
Upper Elementary Montessori Teacher
@ Montessori Teachers College
Ontario
Overview
Foundations Montessori School is hiring a full-time Upper Elementary Montessori Teacher for ages 9 to 12 (Grades 4 to 6), starting February or March 2025 or in September 2025. The role involves preparing a self-directed, inclusive learning environment, communicating with parents, monitoring student progress and writing progress reports. Hours are 8:15 AM to 3:15 PM, Monday to Friday, on site in Ancaster, Ontario.
Responsibilities:
- Prepare a self-directed, inclusive learning environment for students
- Maintain open communication with parents
- Keep the classroom clean and materials organized
- Monitor and assess student progress and write progress reports
- Model patience, kindness and calmness for students
Requirements summary:
- Montessori teacher education and certification, preferably AMI or MACTE
- Experience in a Montessori environment
- Current Vulnerable Sector Police Check
- Excellent communication and organizational skills
- Passion for Montessori pedagogy
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- Employer posting date
- 2025-02-04
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-26
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-26
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Job details
| Department | Education |
| Hours per week | 35 |
| Schedule | day |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | School |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer low |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | AMI certification, MACTE certification |
| Background checks | vulnerable sector |
| Education | Trade certificate (required) |
| Fields of study | Montessori education |
| Perks mentioned | Transit support |
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Montessori Teachers College
| Field | Value |
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| Open jobs on Jobsy | 162 |
Foundations Montessori School is hiring a full-time Upper Elementary Montessori Teacher (ages 9 -12/Grades 4 - 6) for either an immediate start February/March 2025 or for the beginning of September for the upcoming 2025/2026 school year. Our school is a warm and caring Montessori-rich environment that nurtures each child’s gifts and fosters the child’s total development: intellectual, social, and emotional– enabling them to be positive contributors to their community.
We are looking for an Upper Elementary Teacher who aligns with our school values, has excellent communication and organizational skills, and a passion for the Montessori pedagogy. This team player should come with a positive attitude and professionalism. This is a full-time, contract position. Contracted hours of work: 8:15 AM to 3:15 PM, Monday to Friday, September 2025 to June 2026 as per our school calendar with December and March break off (or an earlier immediate start February/March 2025).
Responsibilities:
● Prepare a self-directed, stimulating, and inclusive learning environment for students, to meet their individual needs following the Upper Elementary Montessori pedagogy.
● Maintain open and positive communication with students’ parents.
● Keep the classroom clean and inviting by keeping materials organized and clean.
● Understands the Montessori method and how to apply it in the Lower Elementary classroom focusing on the social, emotional, intellectual, and physical needs of the students.
● A positive and respectful role model for young children who displays patience, kindness, and calmness in all interactions.
● Monitoring and assessing student progress and writing progress reports.
Qualifications:
● Montessori Teacher education training and certification; preferably AMI or MACTE certified.
● Experience working in a Montessori environment.
Requirements:
Current Vulnerable Sector Police Check
If you are interested in exploring a teaching opportunity with Foundations Montessori School, then we encourage you to submit your resume and cover letter to the Principal, Katy Lange: [email protected]
While we thank all applicants in advance for their interest. Only those selected for interviews will be contacted by email.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
● On-site parking
● 3 x 45 minute non-contact planning/preparation sessions each week
● Friendly working environment
Schedule: Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person, Village of Ancaster, 265 Wilson St East, Ancaster, Ontario, L9G 2B8
www.foundationsmontessori.ca
Expected start date: As soon as possible or September 1st 2025.
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