Feb 3 / aim

Upper Elementary Teacher

Name: Katy Lange
Phone Number: (905) 317-5805
Email: principal@foundationsmontessori.ca
Name of School: Foundations Montessori School
Location of School: 265 Wilson Street E, Ancaster, Ontario, Canada, L9G 2B8
Posting Date: 02-01-2025
Age Level: Elementary grades 4-6
Position Type: Permanent
Position Title: Upper Elementary Teacher
Working Hours Full Time
Pay Range: $36,920 net - $37,880 net
Ideal Start Date: 09-01-2025
Macte Certification Required? Yes

Job Description:
Foundations Montessori School is hiring a full-time Upper Elementary Montessori Teacher (ages 9 -12/Grades 4 - 6) for either an immediate start February/March 2025 or for the beginning of September for the upcoming 2025/2026 school year. Our school is a warm and caring Montessori-rich environment that nurtures each child’s gifts and fosters the child’s total development: intellectual, social, and emotional – enabling them to be positive contributors to their community.

We are looking for an Upper Elementary Teacher who aligns with our school values, has excellent communication and organizational skills, and a passion for the Montessori pedagogy. This team player should come with a positive attitude and professionalism.

This is a full-time, contract position. Contracted hours of work: 8:15 AM to 3:15 PM, Monday to Friday, September 2025 to June 2026 as per our school calendar with December and March break off (or an earlier immediate start February/March 2025).

Responsibilities:
-Prepare a self-directed, stimulating, and inclusive learning environment for students, to meet their individual needs following the Upper Elementary Montessori pedagogy.
-Maintain open and positive communication with students’ parents.
-Keep the classroom clean and inviting by keeping materials organized and clean.
-Understands the Montessori method and how to apply it in the Lower Elementary classroom focusing on the social, emotional, intellectual, and physical needs of the students.
-A positive and respectful role model for young children who displays patience, kindness, and calmness in all interactions.
-Monitoring and assessing student progress and writing progress reports.

Qualifications:
Montessori Teacher education training and certification; preferably AMI or MACTE certified.
Experience working in a Montessori environment.

Requirements
Current Vulnerable Sector Police Check
If you are interested in exploring a teaching opportunity with Foundations Montessori School, then we encourage you to submit your resume and cover letter to the Principal, Katy Lange: principal@foundationsmontessori.ca
While we thank all applicants in advance for their interest. Only those selected for interviews will be contacted by email.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
On-site parking
3 x 45 minute non-contact planning/preparation sessions each week
Friendly working environment
Schedule:
Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person, Village of Ancaster, 265 Wilson St East, Ancaster, L9G 2B8
www.foundationsmontessori.ca

Expected start date: As soon as possible or September 1st 2025.

How to apply:
Send resume, cover letter and list of reference to Katy Lange at principal@foundationsmontessori.ca