Core Job Responsibilities
Lead a Model Classroom
- Create and maintain an aesthetically appealing, safe, and clean Montessori prepared environment
- Provide close supervision to children, always making sure they are safe, and the group is in compliance with city -mandated teacher to child ratios
- Work closely with Assistant Guide(s) to ensure a high-quality Montessori environment is established and maintained
- Present sequential Montessori lessons in accordance with the Guidepost Montessori standards as established in training
- Observe each child, regularly document his or her progress, strengths, interests, and areas for improvement, and apply your knowledge of Montessori principles to ensure each child’s individual needs are met
- Interact with children in a warm, joyful, respectful manner that fosters their independence
- Implement feedback provided by other Lead Guides, your Montessori Mentor, and your Head of School
- Problem-solve challenging student issues with other Lead Guides, your Montessori Mentor, and your Head of School
- Open classroom to regular parent tours
- Open classroom to observation by parents and other staff members
Provide Exceptional Customer Service to Parents
- Communicate regularly with each parent in an individualized manner using approved communication tools provided by Guidepost Montessori (i.e. email, photo-sharing software, newsletters, etc).
- Provide cumulative, formal feedback to parents on student progress, which might include twice-yearly parent-teacher conferences, progress reports, and/or portfolio preparation. Meet with parents on an individualized basis to discuss and resolve student issues as they arise
Create a Strong Community on Campus
- Participate in regular staff meetings
- Participate in one-on-one meetings with supervisor and Montessori Mentor
- Participate in community outreach, classroom celebrations, and parent information events
- Actively participate and pursue annual professional development
Work Location : AIP Campus - Causeway Bay, Hong Kong
Qualifications
- Degree in (Early childhood) Education major, PGDE/PGCE degree will be preferable
- Montessori Certification (AMI/AMS) is a MUST
- Native English Speaker
- Experience working with children of the appropriate age group (2-6 years)
- Passion for the Montessori method of education
- Growth mindset and problem-solving approach
