Job Description
Guidepost Montessori is seeking an enthusiastic Elementary Teacher to join their team in Folsom, CA. This role combines teaching in an elementary classroom with collaborating with experts to pilot innovations and implement program advancements. The teacher will receive intensive training and work with colleagues across the country to support students' development.
The Elementary Teacher will:
- Lead a Montessori elementary classroom for grades 1-6.
- Support students with lessons and real-world extensions.
- Collaborate with program experts to create lesson plans.
- Foster a classroom culture that values effort and inquiry.
- Communicate with parents about student progress.
- Participate in a network of educators to improve the program.
- Join a fully-paid teacher training program to earn a Montessori credential.
- Partner with the middle school and online school to optimize student experiences.
- Engage with the research and development team to assess and improve the program.
The ideal candidate will possess:
- A passion for personal and professional growth.
- Deep expertise in a specific subject area.
- A strong appreciation for history.
- Meaningful experience with elementary-aged children.
- A commitment to partnering with parents.
- Readiness to learn a new approach to education.
Guidepost Montessori offers:
- 75% tuition discount for two children.
- Health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Flexible spending accounts.
- 401(k) retirement plan.
- 10-month schedule with summer work options.
- 100% tuition discount for Montessori training.