Washington Montessori School seeks a Middle School Humanities Head Teacher. The most competitive applicants will be experienced and ethical educators, preferably with Montessori training, who can guide 6th-8th grade students through an integrated curriculum of History, Literature, and English language skills.
The Head Teacher is responsible for developing curriculum, maintaining an attractive, prepared, and materials-rich classroom, designing intellectually engaging, student-centered lessons, and ensuring all students make effective academic progress through differentiated instruction.
This educator should be invested in cultivating a peaceful and just classroom community and must be willing to engage fully in the middle school program, which includes advising students and participating regularly in off-campus trips and field experiences.
This individual will:
- Teach two sections of 7/8th Grade Humanities, an Immersion course, and 2 sections of Language Skills.
- Possess the desire and capacity to learn about Montessori education and to work collaboratively with students, parents, and colleagues in line with our mission.
- Serve as an advisor to a group of Middle School students.
- Collaborate with colleagues across disciplines and grade levels.
- Demonstrate a genuine passion for and command of the subject matter and enthusiasm for teaching middle school students.
- Scaffold and differentiate instruction for a range of learners.
- Lead students by example and with empathy, building a healthy and positive culture that can weather and grow through conflict.
- Build resilient relationships, uphold rules and standards, and resolve conflicts among students through student-centered and restorative approaches.
- Possess a commitment to implementing best practices for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, and willingness to learn about and enact the Montessori approach.
