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K-8 Educational Program Director
Public Montessori! Seeking educational leader of a growing urban charter school bringing Montessori education to public school children! Implement educational best practices in conjunction with the Montessori Method. Qualifications: Montessori certification; 2 yrs admin experience; 3 yrs teaching experience; MA teacher or admin certification a plus
See www.hillviewmontessori.org for more details.
Resumes by June 18, 2010 to: jbegin@hvmcps.org
Janet Begin
Hill View Montessori Charter Public School
75 Foundation Ave.
Haverhill, MA 01835
Ad placed 6/11/10

Reading Montessori School, a preschool and kindergarten established in1979, is located in a lovely community just north of Boston within minutes to two major highways and easy access to Boston.
Job Description: Reading Montessori is looking for an experienced, enthusiastic, creative and nurturing Montessori Head Teacher for a class of children ages 3 to 6 years. Hours are from 8 to 1:30 four days a week with one day until 3:30. Friendly work environment with bright sunny classrooms in a beautiful new building. Summers off. Benefits: Competitive salary based on experience, 5 sick days and 2 personal days, paid holidays and snow days, professional development opportunities.
Contact:
Linda Griffin
Reading Montessori School
453 West Street
Reading, MA 01867
E-mail: readingmontessori@verizon.net
Phone: 781-944-1057
Fax: 781-944-3062
Website: : readingmontessori.org
Ad placed 6/3/10

Montessori School of Northampton’s Summer Programs 2010
Primary (3-6) Lead Teacher (Summer Program)
Position Description: Dynamic, creative and flexible individuals are wanted for the. As Lead Teacher you will be in charge of designing and implementing curriculum for two or four weeks. The program themes are: Rocks, Rivers & Dinosaurs (July 26-August 6); Move & Groove (August 9-20).
Your responsibilities will include creating classroom materials and activities for each theme-oriented session, supervising Assistant Teachers, and reporting to the Summer Program Coordinator. We seek teachers who can present curriculum that is compatible to Montessori education while acting as ambassadors for Montessori philosophy to families outside our school year community. Candidates should effectively plan and problem-solve with a team, have a sense of humor and relate warmly and effectively to others. The ability to understand and work with different learning styles is required.
Hours: 8-12:30 daily, some full days till 3:00.
Qualifications: MA EEC Lead Teacher certified. You must be Montessori trained or be in the process of acquiring your certification. Two or more years of previous lead teaching experience is desired.
Contact Info:
Chris Scanlon, Summer Program Coordinator
Montessori School of Northampton
51 Bates Street
Northampton, MA 01060
www.northamptonmontessori.com
summer@northamptonmontessori.com
413-563-4645
Fax: 413-586-7047
Ad placed 4/27/10

Springfield Public Schools, Springfield, Massachusetts, Announcement of Position
Title: Principal – Elementary (Montessori) School
Applications: Please submit a letter and resume stating your interest in the position and how your background and experience fits the position. In addition, include a resume not to exceed three (3) pages. Please submit your letter and resume to:
Mr. Allan Menkel, Executive Director of Human Resources
195 State Street, P.O. Box 1410
Springfield, MA 01102-1410
by April 30, 2010.
Funding Source: General Funds
Effective Date of Employment: As soon as possible.
Work Schedule: 12 months, twenty-two (22) days of vacation
Salary and Benefits: Salary set in negotiations with the Superintendent of Schools.
General Statement of Duties: The Principal is the chief administrative officer of the school and is directly responsible to the Superintendent for Schools, working under School Committee policies and the laws of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
Specific duties:
1. Establish and maintain a learning environment in the school
A. Participates and maintains an effective learning environment among the entire school community (faculty, staff, support personnel, students, etc).
B. Programs educational activity, within established parameters, designed to meet student needs; influences continuous improvement of existing parameters.
C. Facilitates, with the guidance personnel and programs, continuous improvement of individual student education and development processes.
D. Establishes standards and expectations for proper student conduct; supports the appropriate methods to encourage discipline and commitment to adhere to established guides; maintains high expectations and motivation for all students to engage in continuous learning and development.
E. Attends special events held to recognize student achievement, attends school sponsored activities, functions and athletic events.
2. Design and manage processes and methods conducive to learning
A. Assures the effectiveness of the school teaching process.
B. Manages the planning, organizing, and implementation of all school activities.
C. Initiates, facilitates, designs and implements programs to meet school needs.
D. Utilizes all available resources within the school system and the community to develop new and improve the effectiveness of existing educational programs.
E. Maintains a clear and open communication process with all the school community. Keeps the school population informed of policy changes, new programs, opportunities, and the like. Makes use of any effective mechanism available (meetings, flyers, bulletin boards, technology, etc.)
F. Assumes leadership in the direction of the school’s educated programs, athletic and extra curricular activities.
3. Community Relations Management: Establishes and maintains favorable relationships with local community groups and individuals to foster understanding and solicit support for overall school objectives and vocational/academic programs; to interpret School Committee policies as well as Superintendent’s, and general administrative directives; to discuss and resolve individual student problems and opportunities.
A. Within the School System:
Acts as a liaison between the school and the Superintendent. Participates in required meetings as well as in those that will result in better opportunities for the student body of the school. Works with the various members of central administration to solve school problems of more than school import, such as transportation, special service, and the like.
B. Between the school and the community:
Acts as a liaison between the school and the local community encouraging the community to participate in the educational process as part of the overall school life. Develops a program of public relations in order to further the communities understanding and support of educational programs.
Ad placed 4/26/10

Middle School Teacher (For the 2010 – 2011 School Year): Bay Farm Montessori Academy is a well-established Montessori school located in Duxbury, Massachusetts, and it has served children from 12 months to 12 years for the past 37 years. In September of 2009, after a year-long feasibility study, Bay Farm opened its Middle School. The program has experienced an exceptional inaugural year. The program is located in a beautiful building with large and small gathering spaces on a nine-acre campus. The building is wi-fi connected, and all of the students have netbooks. In the fall, the students go sailing for physical education, and in the winter they build boats. The School now seeks a high energy, creative, and dedicated educator who understands Montessori education and who is ready, willing, and able to move the Middle School forward. This program delivers outstanding academics while capitalizing on the natural and human resources of the School’s community. A flexible, forward-thinking educator who is equally good with children, parents, and colleagues is sought. If you are a committed, self-directed individual who is strong yet nurturing, we would like to hear from you. Please send a resume and letter of interest to headofschool@bfarm.org. Learn more about our school and this program at www.bfarm.org. (This is a full-time, benefits-eligible position.)
Ad placed 4/19/10

Andover School of Montessori
Contact: Peg Roberts
400 S. Main Street
Andover, MA 01810
Phone: 978-475-2299
Fax: 978-475-1290
E-mail: proberts@andovermontessori.org
Web: www.andovermontessori.org
Elementary/Middle School Director
Qualifications: Ideal candidate will have Montessori certification in lower and/or upper elementary education; middle school Montessori experience/certification a plus; Masters Degree preferred; minimum 7 years Montessori classroom experience; 5 years Montessori supervisory experience preferred. Excellent oral and written communications required.
Responsible for supervision of elementary, middle school and integrated arts faculty and the day to day operations of the upper school. Ensures that the school’s learning objectives and curriculum are understood by teachers; provides professional support and development in the Montessori Method and curriculum; member of the ASM Management Team.
Benefits: Salary and benefits are competitive
School Description: ASM, located 20 miles north of Boston, serves 185 students from age 3 through 8th grade in a diverse community. We are currently celebrating our 35th year of operation. Our facility is beautiful and the classrooms are well-furnished. The staff is warm and collegial and parents are involved and supportive.
Ad placed 4/6/10

Elementary, Middle, and High School Principal Positions & Chief Academic Officer
Springfield Public Schools, Springfield, Massachusetts
The Springfield Public Schools is currently accepting applicants for Principal positions (Montessori, Elementary, Middle, and High Schools). and Chief Academic Officer.
The mission of the Springfield Public Schools is to build a Culture of Educational Excellence in all schools and in all classrooms that ensures the delivery of an educational experience in which all learners achieve success. We are a large and diverse district with over 25,000 students taught by over 2,400 teachers in 51 schools. Our district has a highly committed staff, a strong school committee, and very supportive community partnerships. We are proud to offer some of the most progressive educational programming in the nation. We offer International Baccalaureate programs (IB), K-8 Montessori Schools, Federal Magnet Programs, STEM, and Expeditionary Learning Schools. We create a dynamic learning environment for our staff as well as our students while providing excellent opportunities for professional growth.
Visit the SPS website at www.sps.springfield.ma.us to view job descriptions and to learn about other administrative and teaching positions with the Springfield Public Schools
Lucy Perez, Human Resources Department
195 State Street
Springfield MA 01102-1410
Phone: 413 787-7180
The Springfield Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
Ad placed 3/26/10

Andover School of Montessori
ASM is seeking dedicated and enthusiastic Montessori teachers for all levels, Children’s House through Middle School for the 2010/2011 school year. ASM, currently in its 35th year, serves 200 students in a diverse community from many surrounding towns. Our facility is beautiful, the classrooms well-furnished and the staff warm and collegial. Qualified candidates will have a Bachelor’s degree + AMS, AMI or other Montessori certification or willingness to commit to Montessori teacher training. Candidates will demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with staff and parents. Candidates will demonstrate an understanding of the Montessori philosophy, environment, materials, and curriculum and will possess flexibility, a good sense of humor and a passion for teaching. Salary and benefits are competitive. Please email  a letter of interest and resume to Peg Roberts, Head of School, proberts@andovermontessori.org.
Ad placed 2/10/10

Oak Meadow Montessori School is seeking passionate Montessori teachers in all program levels to help us fulfill our mission: to create a diverse Montessori environment that provides the freedom and opportunity for each child to reach his/her potential; as well as to foster excitement for learning within our community of children and adults. Excellent salary and benefits. Located in Littleton, MA, Oak Meadow serves 260 children, Children’s House through Middle School. For more info see www.oakmeadow.org. Please email your resume and letter of interest to Assistant Head of School, Joanna DeStefanis, at jdestefanis@oakmeadow.org.
Ad placed 2/3/10

Amherst Montessori School (AMS) is seeking a FT school administrator to assume many of the duties of the Head of School from mid-March through mid-June, 2010 covering maternity leaves.
DEEC (Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care) Director 1 certified (or able and willing to be certified) and Montessori trained (or like minded) administrator.
Please send a cover letter, references and resume to Tamara Balis, Head of School at tsbalis@amherstmontessori.org, see us at www.amherstmontessori.org.
Ad placed 11/19/09

Arc-En-Ciel seeks an AMI or AMS trained Primary teacher.
Arc-En-Ciel is looking for positive team players to join our Jamaica Plain community in immediately. Arc-En-Ciel Day Care and Montessori School is a French bilingual school serving children from two months to six years.
We welcome a committed, dedicated, fun loving, hard working individual to bring their talents and skills to our children and families. A strong respect and love for children in essential in our child-focused program. The successful candidate will have infant/toddler or primary certification in addition to an undergraduate degree, experience teaching in a Montessori classroom, excellent interpersonal and communication skills, experience developing and implementing curricula, and a demonstrated commitment to personal growth. Staff will work together to create a nurturing and exciting environment designed to enrich the children’s learning experience.
We offer competitive compensation (ranging 34-35K) based on experience and education, wonderful working environment, supportive administration, and opportunities to grow professionally. Please send resume to lincval@verizon.net or fax to 617-522-0658. We will sponsor international candidates.
Ad placed 10/14/09

Zanetti Montessori Public School, Springfield, Massachusetts is accepting applications for anticipated openings at all levels for the 2010-2011 school year. This is a challenging and rewarding venture in a public school with a demographically diverse population of 470 students, 3-15 years of age. The school is in its 10th year of operation. Salary is contingent upon experience and education. Application for and attainment of a Massachusetts teaching license is a requirement. Springfield Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Sandra Wyner Andrew, Principal
Zanetti Montessori Magnet School
474 Armory Street
Springfield, MA 01104
Tel: 413-787-7400
Fax: 413-787-7701
Ad placed 10/14/09

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