Montessori Middle School Teacher
Listed on 2026-05-29
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Education / Teaching
Early Childhood Education, Teacher Assistant/ Paraprofessional, Elementary School, Middle School
Level: Middle School 7/8 (Secondary I)
Location:
933 Hamlet St., Columbus, OH 43201
Job Status:
Salary, Exempt
Reports to:
Head of School
To Apply:
Email Resume, Cover Letter, and a list of 3 References to Roxanne Holonitch at
rholonit
A relocation stipend will be provided for eligible candidates
Job Description:
Join the St. Joseph Montessori School team as a teacher in our Middle School (7th and 8th Grade) environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Support the academic, social, and emotional growth of the individual student in a multi-age classroom. This position is for our middle school classroom, which is a multi-age classroom of students in 7th/8th grade working in a combination of age and by ability. The Middle School teacher serves as a Montessori Guide for adolescents in their third plane of development.
Support the academic, social, and emotional growth of the individual child
Observe and guide the children through their learning
Establish and maintain the classroom true to the Montessori philosophy, paying particular attention to the needs of students
Design lessons that ignite curiosity within students while adhering to the Montessori Method and meeting State of Ohio academic standards
Implement and extend the curriculum as student needs dictate.
Plan, prepare and maintain all units of study – including Montessori materials, thematic units, library books, etc.
Schedule all guest presenters and organize all field trips, chaperone the week-long school trip, and work in tandem with MS Team and Special Subject teachers.
Maintain accurate record keeping and planning through the use of Gradelink, communication using Bloomz, as well as posting pictures on Transparent Classroom.
Communication
Facilitate a respectful environment for children and adults by advocating conflict resolution and Grace and Courtesy lessons.
Use Positive Discipline techniques to redirect children as needed.
Communicate via newsletters (email) with parents about their children’s school lives every week and work in tandem with school administration to educate parents in Montessori philosophy.
Upload photos as a means to parent education. Tag photos according to Transparent Classroom material descriptions.
Prepare for and schedule 3 individual communications with all parents during the year –including 2 physical parent conferences and 1 telephone conversation.
Schedule and work with administration for any joint Parent Nights, programs/ performances, events, etc.
Attend school-wide events and functions.
Meet individually and work in tandem with the Director of Admission with prospective parents and students to conduct interviews and recommendations for acceptance.
Record Keeping
Carefully observe and keep daily records of each student’s individual progression through the curriculum.
In keeping with Montessori pedagogy and best practices keep and maintain an observation log. Use the observations of students to guide instruction based on the needs of the child.
Maintain the school’s system of record keeping (Transparent Classroom and Grade Link).
Complete individual learning plans and conference forms for all students.
Keep a school calendar of events.
Cooperative Work with Co-Teacher, Classroom Assistant, and Interns
Establish a harmonious relationship with co-teachers, assistants, and interns. Work in conjunction with special area teachers.
Attend weekly level meetings and staff meetings.
Participate in the 5-Tiered staff evaluation process including self-evaluations and personal/professional goal setting.
Serve on at least one school committee.
Administrative Duties
Plan, prepare, and organize all materials for parent volunteers.
Assist in the planning and maintenance of the building, materials, and playground to ensure they are clean, safe, and maintained.
Report any maintenance issues to the Director of Operations or Facility Manager
Care for all classroom animals and plants.
Organize planning time for changing out material, cleaning, and reorganizing works.
Hours 8:00 am – 3:30 pm (4:45 pm on Wednesday) including a half-hour lunch break.
Attend, participate, and inform (based on data) Student Support Team meetings that are necessary for the success of every learner.
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