Come Join the Team!
Maria Montessori Academy is an independent school in Victoria offering dynamic, hands-on learning to students from Preschool to Grade 12. This is a community based school boasting low student/teacher ratios and an all-around excellent working environment.
Currently seeking an ECE for our preschool program for the 2019/2020 School Year
Maria Montessori Academy is a preschool through Gr 12 Montessori school located in the Gordon Head area of Victoria. We boast a thriving community of 300 learners and a vibrant staff.
Montessori ECE Director/Directress
The successful candidate would join a Montessori Directress and a Classroom Assistant in guiding a delightful class of 3,4 and 5-year-old children in a well established Montessori classroom. Candidates should be flexible, able to co-teach effectively and have Montessori training.
The ideal candidate is Montessori trained, able to co-teach effectively, and is available on full time basis.
Qualifications:
– Montessori certification (AMS, AMI, MACTE or equivalent)
– ECE certification
– Current First Aid or willingness to acquire
– Experience with team teaching
– Proven ability to effectively communicate with children, colleagues, and parents
– Commitment to professional growth
– Ability to utilize varied instructional strategies to meet a wide range of learners
– Strong interpersonal skills
Contest closes June 21st.
Please submit cover letter and resume via email, post, or drop by the office on campus.
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Currently seeking a High School teacher for the 2019/2020 School Year
We are seeking a BC certified High School teacher to join our senior school team. Our high school is comprised of 70 students taught by a dedicated team of 5 teachers. While the course load would be comprised mainly of Math and Science courses, all teachers participate in personal growth classes such as leadership and personal world.We are currently the only Preschool to grade 12 Montessori school in Canada with an impressive population of 300 students.
The successful candidate would join a team of educators passionate about providing a holistic learning experience for adolescents. It is an excellent opportunity to be part of a collaborative, responsive and meaningful teaching team.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s of Education and current BC Teaching Certification
- Current First Aid
- Successful experience working with adolescents
- Experience with team-teaching
- Excellent communication skills with both adolescents and adults
- Being organized and reliable
- Commitment to professional growth
- Interest or experience in the Montessori philosophy
- ability to utilize varied instructional strategies to meet a wide range of individual needs
- Strong technology and 21st century learning skills
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Assessment literate
- Commitment to extra-curricular activities
- The desire to be creative in their planning and confident in implementing student centered lessons
A strong preference will be given to candidates with experience in Outdoor Education and/or with a background or interest in Montessori Education.
Note: Applications for this employment opportunity are accepted via email, mail, or dropping off resume and cover letter with the office. Thank you for your interest in this position, only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
Please email miss.christine@mariamontessoriacademy.net
Contest closes June 21st.
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Seeking an Inclusive Education Teacher for the 2019/2020 School Year
We are currently seeking an experienced educator to work in our Inclusive Education Department. The position will entail working one on one and in small groups with students needing extra support in literacy or numeracy.
The successful candidate will join a department made up of a team of 3 other teachers.
Qualifications:
– Bachelor’s of Education and/or current BC Certification
– Strong interpersonal skills
– Willingness to work in a team-oriented learning environment
– Commitment to extra-curricular activities
– Assessment literate
– Ability to utilize varied instructional strategies to meet a wide range of needs
The ideal candidate has:
- A familiarity with the Montessori Method or interest/willingness to learn
- Experience in 1-1 support
- Knowledge or experience in the Barton system or Orton-Gillingham approach
- Current First Aid
Note: Applications for this employment opportunity are accepted via email, mail, or dropping off resume/cover letter at the office on campus. Thank you for your interest in this position, only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
Please email miss.christine@mariamontessoriacademy.net
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We are currently looking to expand our Teacher on Call list and are looking for qualified teachers for all ages (ECE and K-12). The successful candidate(s) should be flexible, able to collaborate and have a passion for working with young people. Montessori experience is an asset, but not a necessity.
If you are interested in applying for any of the positions offered please submit a resume and cover letter to the principal, Mr. Patrick Vincentine.
Principal@mariamontessoriacademy.net
Qualified individuals will be contacted to arrange a tour and an interview.
