Key Responsibilities

Montessori Classroom Leadership

- Plan and deliver an authentic Montessori Lower Elementary program for children ages 6–9.

- Prepare and maintain an organized, inviting Montessori classroom environment.

- Present individual and small-group lessons using Montessori materials.

- Support mixed-age learning, independent work, collaboration, and student responsibility.

- Observe and assess each child's academic, social, and emotional development.

- Maintain classroom routines, positive discipline, and respectful communication.

Curriculum Planning and Instruction

Develop and implement engaging lessons across the following subject areas:

- Language Arts: Reading, phonics, spelling, grammar, creative writing, literature, and reading comprehension.

- Mathematics: Montessori mathematical materials, operations, fractions, geometry, measurement, and problem-solving.

- Cultural Studies: Montessori Great Lessons and integrated studies in history, geography, botany, zoology, and science.

- Social Studies: Canadian communities, cultures, Indigenous perspectives, citizenship, and environmental responsibility.

- Science: Hands-on experiments, scientific observation, research projects, and investigations.

Collaborate with specialist teachers to integrate French, visual arts, music, physical education, and enrichment activities into the elementary program.

Student Assessment and Documentation

- Maintain accurate student records, lesson plans, and progress reports.

- Monitor individual academic progress and identify learning needs.

- Conduct regular observations and adapt instruction accordingly.





- Prepare student portfolios and participate in parent–teacher conferences.

- Ensure learning objectives are aligned with Montessori principles and appropriate Ontario curriculum expectations.

Communication and Collaboration

- Establish positive, skilled relationships with students and families.

- Communicate regularly with parents regarding student development.

- Collaborate with classroom assistants, specialist teachers, and administration.

- Participate in staff meetings, professional development, and school events.

- Contribute to the ongoing development of LMC's Elementary Montessori Program.

Qualifications

Required

- Montessori Elementary Teaching Certification (ages 6–12), preferably from an AMI- or MACTE-accredited training program.

- Experience teaching Montessori Elementary students.

- Strong knowledge of Montessori philosophy, materials, and classroom management.

- Excellent English communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

- Ability to plan and deliver individualized instruction in a mixed-age classroom.

- Current Vulnerable Sector Check.

- Current Standard First Aid and CPR certification, or willingness to obtain it.

Preferred

- Ontario College of Teachers (OCT) certification.

- Experience teaching Grades 1–3.

- Familiarity with the Ontario Elementary Curriculum.

- Experience developing interdisciplinary projects, cultural studies, and Montessori Great Lessons.

- Strong classroom leadership and student assessment skills.

Pay: $55,000.00-$65,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person

📌 Montessori Elementary Teacher (Grades 1–3) (Guelph)
🏢 Lighthouse Montessori Canada
📍 Guelph