Name of School | Alegria Montessori School |
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Address | 3200 58th Ave. S St. Petersburg, FL 33712 United States Map It |
Contact Name | Stephanie Mussett |
Phone | (727) 902-0186 |
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School Website | alegriamontessori.com |
Level / Position | Elementary I |
Description of Position | The Lower Elementary Teacher is responsible for managing a class of children between the ages of 6-9. Teachers must be able to relate well to children and be willing to fulfill responsibilities in accordance with the school’s educational philosophy. The lead teacher is responsible for preparing the environment with appropriate materials and activities to meet the developmental needs and interests of the children. They should provide a positive and inclusive environment by promoting independence and self-led learning, and respect among students. Lead teacher is responsible for giving individual and group lessons to students, demonstrating proper use of Montessori materials and guiding students through their learning. Lead teacher is responsible for maintaining open and honest communication with administration, staff and parents by creating and fostering a collaborative partnership in the education of their children. |
Qualifications | BA/BS required. Montessori credential for Elementary I level or self-directed intern. Spanish speakers welcome. Please send cover letter and resume to Stephanie Mussett at stephanie@alegriamontessori.com Alegria Montessori offers a competitive salary and compensation package which includes health benefits (full time only), retirement plan (5% company match), tuition discounts for staff children, professional development opportunities and more. |
School Community | Alegria is located in beautiful St. Petersburg in a serene and natural environment near the coast. For over 15 years, Alegria Montessori School has been inspiring children by implementing educational philosophy of Dr. Maria Montessori. Montessori’s approach of “following the child” is the core of our philosophy at Alegria Montessori School. We are a bilingual school offering both English and Spanish with an emphasis on cultural studies. |
Job Start Date | 08/05/2024 |