Melville Montessori Preschool is a Montessori preschool in Forest Hills servicing children aged 2-5 years old.

We are seeking a motivated and experienced Lead Montessori Teacher to join our team. This is a leadership role that requires strong organizational skills, excellent communication abilities, and a passion for educating young children.

Duties:
-Oversee the implementation of the Montessori methodology and work with the classroom teachers in presenting to the students
-work with children ages 2-5 in creating an independent environment
- comfortability with diapers as needed
-developing lesson plans in line with Maria Montessori's teachings

Qualifications:

Experience in a Montessori Classroom
Dual language preferred
Compensation is commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Master’s Degree preferred, minimum BA.BS/ Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education
Minimum 2 years classroom experience with children under 6 years-old
Leadership experience preferred
Strong computer, verbal, and written communication skills
Solid working knowledge of Early Childhood Education and NYC Dept. of Health and Mental Hygiene, Article 47 of the NYC Health Code
Montessori certified or willing to become sponsored to be certified
Candidate must be willing to take required courses per Article 47 by the Department of Health
Compensation is commensurate with qualifications and experience

We are a tight knit small school with 4-5 classrooms and 40-50 kids. We work very closely as a team in implementing the Montessori methodology to children as young as 22 months old. We are looking for a team player who is willing to help out wherever needed