Children's House Lead Guide

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Full Time Raleigh, NC, US

3 days ago Requisition

Status:
Full time/Exempt
Classification: 10-month Faculty
Supervisor:
Director of Early Childhood

Location:

In-person instruction at the MSR camps in Raleigh

Hours:

Monday - Friday, 8 a.m.

- 4 p.m.

Position Summary
The Montessori School of Raleigh (MSR) seeks a Montessori-trained Children’s House Lead Guide to start immediately . Under the general direction of the Director of Early Childhood, the Guide will lead a Children’s House classroom and oversee students ages 3–6. The ideal candidate will provide continuity of instruction and classroom leadership while fostering a nurturing, engaging, and well-prepared Montessori environment. The Children’s House Lead Guide will support each child’s academic, social-emotional, and physical development, ensuring a consistent and positive learning experience throughout the leave period.

Overview
Established in 1974, The Montessori School of Raleigh (MSR) & Carolina Preparatory Academy (Carolina Prep) is a vibrant and exceptional independent Montessori and International Baccalaureate (IB) World School institution in the Triangle area serving 400+ students aged 15 months through 18 years. The school is committed to the intellectual, ethical, and personal development of our students. Our Montessori programs for Toddler - Upper Elementary students (15 months - grade
6) are located on a beautifully-designed campus situated on 10 acres in North Raleigh, comprising five buildings in a child-centered, village-like setting surrounded by wetlands and protected forest. Our International Baccalaureate Middle Years and Diploma programmes for middle and high school students (grades 6 - 12) are housed on an expansive 40-acre wooded campus in the Brier Creek neighborhood of Durham.

Driven by our core values of “Respect,” “Integrity,” “Community,” and “Love of Learning,” MSR and Carolina Prep welcomes prospective employees of all backgrounds. We are committed to attracting and retaining the highest quality faculty and staff through a comprehensive compensation plan, including competitive salary and an expansive benefits package. MSR and Carolina Prep are accredited by AMS and Cognia, and authorized by the IBO

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in Education or a related field

Montessori Primary (3-6) Credentials required (AMS, AMI, or MACTE accredited)

Minimum three years teaching experience at the Children's House level

Committed to the mission and core values of MSR

Develops and maintains positive relationships with students, colleagues, parents and other members of the MSR community

Flexible team player with “can-do” attitude

Ability to work independently and collaborate in teams with a wide range of individuals

Commitment to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and diverse learning community

Adhere to and uphold American Montessori Society (AMS) guidelines, professional standards, and ethical practices at all times

Ensure the physical, emotional, and social safety and well-being of students in the classroom at all times

Prepare, maintain, and supervise a Children’s House Montessori classroom environment in which the furnishings and materials are developmentally appropriate and provide academic purpose

Deliver established Children’s House Montessori scope and sequence, ensuring alignment with the School’s curriculum standards

Adhere to all MSR health, safety, diapering, and toileting best-practice policies, ensuring a clean, hygienic environment, proper duty of care and documentation

Maintain a supportive and collaborative partnership with…