Strathcona Montessori is a multi-age group centre, located in the Vancouver, about 5 minutes from Yaletown, Gastown and the downtown core.  We are currently seeking a locally based Lead Montessori guide to work with children ages 2.5 to 5.5 years of age.  Our classroom consists of 16 children and 3 teachers, plus an administrator.  Our school year begins the day after Labour Day in September, and run through to July 31st.

 

Start: Full time in September 5th, 2023

Facility Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 5pm.

Location: Vancouver, BC … Strathcona neighbourhood (near downtown)

 

Qualifications:

  • AMI or MACTE Montessori training and experience
  • Valid ECE Certificate and License to Practice in BC
  • Valid Licensing requirements: Community First Aid & CPR, Criminal Record Check, Medical Clearance Letter (must be vaccinated against Covid-19)
  • 3 References

 

We are looking for teachers who:

  • Have a deep understanding of child development and behaviour
  • Are devoted to the social, emotional and intellectual well-being of children
  • Are organized, tidy, and able to maintain cleanliness and order in the environment.
  • Are self-motivated and able to work well independently, as well as together as a team with staff, parents and support workers
  • Have excellent communication skills, with exceptional command of written and spoken English, and be able to create pedagogical documentation
  • Are energetic, enthusiastic and creative
  • Are responsible, punctual, and patient
  • Are confident in multi-tasking, documenting observations, and preparing progress reports
  • Are comfortable hosting new parents , maintaining relationships with registered families, and organizing discussions about developmental delays or difficulties with parents
  • Have supervisory experience and knowledge of BC Licensing regulations
  • Are able to maintain to lead a classroom of 16 children in Circles, calendar curriculum, plans, and special events
  • love art, baking, and music

 

Benefits:

  • $5,000.00/mo (includes ECE wage enhancement)
  • Extended health and dental benefits
  • Gated parking available during working shift

 

Resume can be sent directly to strathconamontessori@shaw.ca if interested in the position.  Only short listed applicants will be contacted.