Description
Middle School Teacher
2024-2025
Start Date: August 26, 2024
Aurora Montessori School is a co-educational Montessori private school located in the heart of Aurora, Ontario on 14 acres of natural conservation lands. AMS delivers robust Montessori programming to students aged Toddler to Grade 8 in a 36,000 sq. ft facility with multiple state-of-the-art playground areas, an outdoor amphitheatre and outdoor classroom, a gymnasium with a performance stage, a technology-rich Learning Commons, and much more.
Our mission is to help children realize the great potential that rests within them by assisting them in developing a sense of self and inspiring them to act on their ambitions. By adhering to the core principles and pedagogy of Dr. Maria Montessori, we are devoted to each child’s intellectual, emotional, social, spiritual, and physical development.
Aurora Montessori School seeks an experienced Montessori or OCT-certified teacher for our expanding Middle School program. The ideal candidate will have a desire to nurture and inspire each student and contribute their skills and talents to extra-curricular activities and all facets of school life. They will develop their students’ unique learning needs with care and thoughtfulness while incorporating a holistic and balanced approach to teaching that includes academic rigour and the development of strong life skills, work habits and social-emotional skills.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Montessori Adolescent/Secondary I or I/II Diploma (MACTE/AMI/AMS) and/or
Bachelor of Education degree (Junior/Intermediate qualifications and an OCT member in good standing)
Must be able to work extended hours to participate in school activities, including parent evenings, Open Houses, extra-curricular activities, overnight trips, concerts, and other school events
As a condition of employment, successful candidates will need to provide a current criminal record check with Vulnerable Sector Screening from the police jurisdiction in which they reside
Standard First Aid and CPR/AED Level C
Up to date Immunization and Health Screening/Record
Additional Assets
Coaching experience is considered a strong asset
Proficiency in technology and skilled in Office 365 applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, etc.)
Confident using Zoom or Teams for video conferencing and being on-camera
Knowledge of EDSBY Learning Management System
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Work collaboratively to plan and deliver a robust and authentic Montessori/Ontario curriculum
Design and facilitate learning experiences that support the individualized learning needs of all students
Develop a safe, caring, and engaging learning environment that is grounded in AMS’ core values of respect, inclusivity, inquisitiveness, and kindness
Monitor, provide feedback and assess student learning using a range of tools and strategies
Communicate positively, effectively, regularly and with discretion with students, parents and colleagues
Attend and participate in school functions and events
We are committed to providing accommodations for applicants with disabilities; please advise us if you require an accommodation during the recruitment process.
If you would like to be considered for this exciting opportunity, please submit a cover letter and résumé to hr@auroramontessori.com.
We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. This position will remain open until filled.
To learn more about Aurora Montessori School, visit our website: www.auroramontessori.com or learn more about us on Instagram or Facebook.
