Lower Elementary Lead Guide

St. Vrain Community Montessori School Lead Guide, Lower Elementary

St. Vrain Community Montessori School fosters human thriving by nurturing the whole child in an authentic Montessori program as a public charter school.

Lower Elementary Level Leader

$44,500-$66,800 for a 184-day calendar at 1.0 FTE

Option to elect medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as FSA; 21.4% PERA (Public Employees Retirement Association) employer contribution

The Montessori Lead Guide acts as a facilitator of learning and functions as a designer of the prepared environment, resource person, role model, demonstrator, record keeper, and meticulous observer of each child’s behavior and growth. The Lead Guide adapts the prepared environment for both individual students and the particular classroom community, to engage children in their self-construction. The Lead Guide is the primary model of the core Montessori values of respect for self, others, and the environment.

• Montessori training and credential from a Montessori Accreditation Committee for Teacher Education (MACTE)-approved program appropriate for the age level being taught.
• Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) or Bachelor of Sciences (B.S.) degree
• Due to the rigorous demands of the position, SVCMS prefers to hire individuals with at least five years of teaching in a Montessori setting. However, any combination of teaching experience and Montessori training which provides the applicant with the knowledge, skills, and ability required to successfully perform the work may be considered.
• Colorado First Aid Training and CPR training, as required

• Ability to relate sensitively and joyfully to children and adults
• Ability to use appropriate positive discipline
• Demonstrated skills in classroom management
• Evidence of an open mind and a dedication to the Montessori method of education
• Ability to demonstrate sufficient judgment regarding safety and security
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of people
• Ability to handle crises
• Evidence of basic computer literacy/competency
• Flexibility
• Punctuality and ability to maintain school hours
• Willingness and ability to foster a harmonious, collegial teaching team based on mutual respect
• Willingness and ability to make student-centered decisions
• Willingness and ability to take on a variety of tasks throughout the day

• Demonstrated knowledge of Colorado Academic Standards
• Experience in public, particularly charter, schools
• Knowledge of Infinite Campus, Alpine Achievement, Montessori Workspace, and local assessments

• Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill the requirements of Montessori curriculum program and show written evidence of preparation as required
• Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for differences in student learning styles
• Present subject matter according to guidelines established by MACTE- accredited training and SVCMS Board policies
• Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned
• Conduct observations of students and use results to plan instructional activities
• Work cooperatively with Special Education faculty and as needed for special education students according to guidelines established in Individual Education Plans (IEPs)
• Work with other members of staff to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods according to SVCMS requirements
• Plan and supervise assignments of classroom guide(s), sub(s), and/or volunteer(s)
• Use technology to support teaching/learning/evaluation/communication, as needed
• Develop field trips in cooperation with the Head of School, Level Leader, other Guides at the Level, and with students
• Use data from record-keeping to ensure instruction supports diversity, equity, and inclusion across curriculum areas

• Supervise students as assigned, to encourage human thriving and ensure health and safety
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