Family Star is currently seeking a  Lead Primary Montessori Teacher for our Denver locations. If you want to make a difference in the lives of some of Denver’s most vulnerable population, Family Star is the place for you!
 

LEAD PRIMARY TEACHER RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Interact with children in an open, honest, and loving manner, with dignity and respect, being sensitive to cultural and socioeconomic background.

• Respectfully, courteously, and professionally include families in our Montessori environment and actively encourage and support family participation in program activities.

• Efficiently plan, and calmly supervise and implement the curriculum for the children in accordance with the policies and philosophy of the school.

• Serve as a positive and consistent leader for classroom staff, families, and the organization.

• Believe the child’s potential will reveal itself; trust that the child is able to do things by themselves.

• Responsible for ensuring the safety, health, physical and social/emotion well-being of the children at all times.

• Schedule and complete all regular conferences, home visits, phone calls, monthly curriculum journals and developmental screenings as needed for each child timely.

• Effectively communicate and collaborate with classroom teammates.

• Complete all supervisory responsibilities for classroom staff including but not limited to recruiting, one-on-one supervisions, performance evaluations, goals, and accountability.

• Participate in community and public relations events involving the school.

• Participate in continuous training programs, educational conferences, professional days, staff meetings, and other courses pertinent to professional growth.

• Daily complete all child-related paperwork.

• Maintain required credentials.

• Maintain confidentiality with children, families, and staff

•  Must have current AMI or AMS Primary Montessori Diploma or in the process of completing the diploma.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher degree in Early Childhood Education; or a Bachelor Degree in a related field with experience teaching pre-school age children
• 2-5 years of teaching experience with ages 3-6
• At least one year Lead Teaching experience 
• Experience and commitment to working with children and families of diverse populations
• Must be motivated and able to work independently as well as part of a team
• Must demonstrate a positive attitude with a commitment to customer service
• Must demonstrate experience with leading a successful team
• Must have oral and written proficiency in the English language
• Must be able to work the hours of the position based on the organization’s needs
• Must have reliable transportation to complete home visits
• Must have current Infant/Child CPR, First Aid, Universal Precautions, or they must be obtained within 90 days
• Must complete clearance of a background check, post-offer, and pre-employment physical

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS/LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:

• Master’s degree in Early Childhood Education
• Center Director Certificate
• Experience working with children ages 3-6 in a Montessori setting.
• Experience working in an Early Head Start or Head Start setting.
• Experience supervising staff and leading a classroom team.
• Bilingual English/Spanish

About Family Star:

For over 30 years, Family Star Montessori’s two Denver locations have been transforming early childhood education by uniquely combining Montessori philosophy with Early Head Start/Head Start programing. We believe in creating inclusive and nurturing spaces to every child, which is essential in preparation for a successful future and of a lifetime of learning. Family Star supports the individual needs of each child and empowers them to achieve their human potential, resulting in students who grow up to be more confident, enthusiastic, and self-directed learners and citizen - accountable to both themselves and their community who think critically, work collaboratively, and act boldly and with integrity. Family Star provides to eligible employees Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability & Life insurance as well as 401(k) Retirement plan with company match, and generous paid holidays and PTO. 

Be part of the Family at Family Star by applying today! 

Benefits include:

• Medical Insurance
• Dental insurance
• 401(k) with generous Company Match
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance