Montessori Lead Teacher
REPORTS TO Campus Principal
RESPONSIBLE FOR Chinese English Teacher, English Specialist, Teacher Assistants
Payment and benefits : negotiable 18000-25000RMB/month , depends on the teachers professional background .
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Curriculum Implementation & Management
Build and refine the management system to ensure the best academic results
Ensure the Montessori curriculum is implemented in your classroom
Establish classroom policies, procedures, and forms to successfully
implement the Montessori curriculum
Regularly assess and evaluate the effectiveness of the Montessori
curriculum
Care for and maintain the classroom materials
Manage classroom conduct (children and teachers), including the
management of discipline
Classroom Supervision and Management
Maintain courtesy, respect, and positive disciplinary procedures with children
Ensure each child receives equal opportunities for education in all areas of learning according to the child’s developmental needs
Provide a safe environment for the children placed in your charge until each has been dismissed or handed over to another responsible adult
Place the child’s interests first above other personal and professional considerations
Manage classroom conduct (children and teachers), including the management of discipline
Academic Supervision & Support
Set aside time for meetings with the teaching assistants so that questions and observations may be shared
Supervise the teaching assistants and special instructors (e.g. art, chess,etc.) who deal with the children in the group
Academic Training
Provide ongoing training, guidance, and support in the use of the Montessori curriculum and Montessori materials
Provide ongoing training, guidance, and support in the use of academic/administrative forms
Together with Academic Department, organize and carry out professional development days
Environmental Management & Support
Prepare an environment in which the furnishings and materials are complete and correspond to the needs of the group
Administrative Duties
Prepare and manage the classroom budget
Maintain the classroom inventory
Assess classroom needs and prepare requests for materials, furnishings,
and supplies within the framework of the budgeting process
Maintain current accurate academic records for each child
Maintain current attendance records
Prepare a detailed accident report in the event of an accident or injury,
documenting what took place
Issue a monthly home journal (approved by the Principal) on each child
Assist in interviewing prospective students when necessary
Keep daily up-to-date records of all developmental progress of each
child
Keep the Principal informed of any continued negative behavior on the
part of a child that is inappropriate or affecting the rights of other children (This includes things the Lead Teacher feels are significant enough to report to the parents)
Other Duties and Responsibilities
Maintain a professional, not personal, relationship with parents and share necessary information in a timely and helpful way
Coordinate parent-school communication and ensure each family receives bulleting, newsletters, and other handouts, paying special attention to exceptional family situations
Assist in the admissions process by arranging a time for parents to observe in the classroom, speaking to prospective families, and assisting with the screening of visiting students
Consciously work at developing close, trusting, and effective relationships with parents, encouraging them to bond with both their child’s classroom and the larger school community
The Lead Montessori Teacher will meet with the campus Principal once a week for briefing. When requested, he/she will attend other meetings, where deemed necessary.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Curriculum Implementation & Management
Prepare teaching materials during set prep time
Create original teaching materials each month
Ensure all English curricula is implemented in the classroom
Academic Supervision & Support
Lead large group and small group lessons during scheduled times
Provide an immersive English speaking environment throughout the
school day
Provide feedback and suggestions to other English teachers in regards to
success/useful teaching methods
Communicate and cooperate with the Chinese English teacher to ensure both parties are on the same page in regards to content
Monitor student progress and maintain a portfolio for each student
Administrative Duties
Assist Lead Teacher in reviewing and editing all English materials, parent
letters, and Student Reports to ensure no language mistakes are made
Attend weekly meetings with classroom teaching team
Other Duties and Responsibilities
Serve as liaison between English Teachers, other teaching staff, campus
administrators, parents, where necessary and appropriate
Greet students and parents at the door (model and practice English)
Maintain good relationships with parents and keep them well informed
about their student’s progress
Adhere to appropriate dress code for working with young students
Help cover classes in the event of a colleague’s extended absence
Early childhood experience (preferred)
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- Recruiter Type:
Agent
- Current Location:
Beijing China
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