Current Employment Opportunities
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Montessori Micro-school-Cookeville, TN
Seeking Montessori-certified instructor (or an educator currently receiving certification), for a part-time position (2-3 days each week), for a newly-forming neighborhood micro-school in Cookeville, ages 2.5 to 5. Montessori education opportunities in our town are very limited, and we are a group of parents forming a neighborhood primary microschool/pod for our children, to meet 2-3 times weekly from 8AM-12PM or similar. Facility and supplies will be provided, and scheduling can be flexible for the right person. We need a talented educator with a passion for children and Montessori methods, to create a curriculum and lead our classroom. Please send a note of interest and current CV with references to Laura Holloway at laurah@storytelleragency.com. Pay commensurate with experience; travel pay and other perks offered. We will take care of our teacher!
Cool Springs Montessori
Primary Lead Teacher
Our Montessori preschool, located just outside of Nashville in Franklin, TN, is currently seeking a Primary Lead Teacher. Open since 2011, CSM strives to be a warm, welcoming community in which children and adults alike find friendship and support. We are committed to providing a superior Montessori education for children ages 18 months through kindergarten.
Applicants must have an undergraduate degree, as well as Montessori Early Childhood certification from a MACTE-accredited program. Applicants must also be at least 21 years of age. Our ideal candidate will have a love of teaching and working with young children, classroom teaching experience, and a true passion for the Montessori philosophy. We are looking for someone who is self-guided, yet works well as a team player and collaborator, and someone who will be able to seamlessly transition into our established school community. Salary is commensurate with experience. To apply, please respond to this ad and email your resume, along with a detailed cover letter highlighting your teaching and Montessori experience. We look forward to hearing from you!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $14.00 - $24.00 per hour
Toddler Room Assistant
Our Montessori preschool, located in Cool Springs, is currently seeking an assistant to work in our Toddler Room. The assistant will support our lead teacher in caring for our youngest students each day. The ideal candidate MUST have previous work experience working with young children (ages 18 months -3 years). While Montessori experience is not required, an interest in the philosophy is preferred. We are seeking someone who is energetic, caring, and a self-starter who truly enjoys working with children. **A high school diploma and previous childcare experience are REQUIRED. Candidates must also be at least 21 years old.** The position is full-time, Monday-Friday. To apply, please send us your resume, along with a cover letter detailing your childcare/teaching experience. We look forward to hearing from you!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $14.00 - $15.00
Aftercare Assistants - 2
Our Montessori preschool, located in Cool Springs, is currently seeking aftercare assistants. In this year-round position, you will supervise our Primary students (ages 3 - 6) in the aftercare program each afternoon, as well as our School’s Out Care program during school holidays and vacation weeks. Responsibilities include: coordinating activities for the children, preparing snacks, and supervising the aftercare assistants. It is a part-time position, from 3pm – 6pm, Monday – Friday, as well as full days during our school vacation days/holidays. The ideal candidate MUST have experience working with children ages 3 – kindergarten (required); teaching experience is a plus. While Montessori experience is not required, an interest in the philosophy is preferred. You should be a self-starter with a flexible schedule, positive energy, creativity, and a love of working with young children. You should also be able to adapt to various situations with ease and be able to multi-task. **A high school diploma/GED is required, and applicants must be at least 21 years old.** To apply, please send your resume, along with a cover letter detailing your childcare experience. We look forward to hearing from you!
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $12.00 - $13.00 per hour
Primary Room Assistant – 2
Our Montessori preschool, located in Cool Springs, is currently seeking two full time assistants for our Primary classrooms. The Primary Assistant will support our Primary Lead Guides in caring for our 3 to 6 year-old students each day. The ideal candidate MUST have childcare experience with preschool-aged children, preferably in a classroom setting. While Montessori experience is not required, an interest in the philosophy is preferred. We are seeking someone who is energetic, caring, and a self-starter, who truly enjoys working with children. **A high school diploma (or equivalent) is required, and applicants must be at least 21 years old.** The position is Monday through Friday. To apply, please send us your resume, along with a cover letter detailing your childcare and teaching experience. We look forward to hearing from you! Qualifications and Skills: High School Degree (or equivalent) as well as childcare/teaching experience with young children are required.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $14.00 - $15.00 per hour
Our Montessori preschool, located just outside of Nashville in Franklin, TN, is currently seeking a Primary Lead Teacher. Open since 2011, CSM strives to be a warm, welcoming community in which children and adults alike find friendship and support. We are committed to providing a superior Montessori education for children ages 18 months through kindergarten.
Applicants must have an undergraduate degree, as well as Montessori Early Childhood certification from a MACTE-accredited program. Applicants must also be at least 21 years of age. Our ideal candidate will have a love of teaching and working with young children, classroom teaching experience, and a true passion for the Montessori philosophy. We are looking for someone who is self-guided, yet works well as a team player and collaborator, and someone who will be able to seamlessly transition into our established school community. Salary is commensurate with experience. To apply, please respond to this ad and email your resume, along with a detailed cover letter highlighting your teaching and Montessori experience. We look forward to hearing from you!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $14.00 - $24.00 per hour
Toddler Room Assistant
Our Montessori preschool, located in Cool Springs, is currently seeking an assistant to work in our Toddler Room. The assistant will support our lead teacher in caring for our youngest students each day. The ideal candidate MUST have previous work experience working with young children (ages 18 months -3 years). While Montessori experience is not required, an interest in the philosophy is preferred. We are seeking someone who is energetic, caring, and a self-starter who truly enjoys working with children. **A high school diploma and previous childcare experience are REQUIRED. Candidates must also be at least 21 years old.** The position is full-time, Monday-Friday. To apply, please send us your resume, along with a cover letter detailing your childcare/teaching experience. We look forward to hearing from you!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $14.00 - $15.00
Aftercare Assistants - 2
Our Montessori preschool, located in Cool Springs, is currently seeking aftercare assistants. In this year-round position, you will supervise our Primary students (ages 3 - 6) in the aftercare program each afternoon, as well as our School’s Out Care program during school holidays and vacation weeks. Responsibilities include: coordinating activities for the children, preparing snacks, and supervising the aftercare assistants. It is a part-time position, from 3pm – 6pm, Monday – Friday, as well as full days during our school vacation days/holidays. The ideal candidate MUST have experience working with children ages 3 – kindergarten (required); teaching experience is a plus. While Montessori experience is not required, an interest in the philosophy is preferred. You should be a self-starter with a flexible schedule, positive energy, creativity, and a love of working with young children. You should also be able to adapt to various situations with ease and be able to multi-task. **A high school diploma/GED is required, and applicants must be at least 21 years old.** To apply, please send your resume, along with a cover letter detailing your childcare experience. We look forward to hearing from you!
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $12.00 - $13.00 per hour
Primary Room Assistant – 2
Our Montessori preschool, located in Cool Springs, is currently seeking two full time assistants for our Primary classrooms. The Primary Assistant will support our Primary Lead Guides in caring for our 3 to 6 year-old students each day. The ideal candidate MUST have childcare experience with preschool-aged children, preferably in a classroom setting. While Montessori experience is not required, an interest in the philosophy is preferred. We are seeking someone who is energetic, caring, and a self-starter, who truly enjoys working with children. **A high school diploma (or equivalent) is required, and applicants must be at least 21 years old.** The position is Monday through Friday. To apply, please send us your resume, along with a cover letter detailing your childcare and teaching experience. We look forward to hearing from you! Qualifications and Skills: High School Degree (or equivalent) as well as childcare/teaching experience with young children are required.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $14.00 - $15.00 per hour
Overbrook School
Overbrook School is a co-educational, preschool through eighth-grade independent Catholic school with a dynamic tradition of educating children in a community setting through study, prayer and service. Founded in 1936 by the Dominican Sisters of the St. Cecilia Congregation, the school is located on the 83 acre Dominican Campus at 4210 Harding Pike, also home to St. Cecilia Academy (high school) and Aquinas College.
Farm STEM Teacher
This position is responsible for managing, developing, and sustaining the Overbrook School Beyond the Brook Farm including care for the animals, garden areas, and outdoor learning environments and teaching STEM lessons based on the farm and physical science permeated with the Catholic philosophical worldview in collaboration with teachers to promote interdisciplinary activities into the core curriculum. The farm consists of raised garden beds and greenhouse, chickens, two rabbits, two sheep, and one cat and an outdoor learning space for lessons and block science. Please submit resume, cover letter and complete the application found at www.overbrook.edu to Sister Immaculata, O.P. at osprincipal@overbrook.edu
615-292-5134
Farm STEM Teacher
This position is responsible for managing, developing, and sustaining the Overbrook School Beyond the Brook Farm including care for the animals, garden areas, and outdoor learning environments and teaching STEM lessons based on the farm and physical science permeated with the Catholic philosophical worldview in collaboration with teachers to promote interdisciplinary activities into the core curriculum. The farm consists of raised garden beds and greenhouse, chickens, two rabbits, two sheep, and one cat and an outdoor learning space for lessons and block science. Please submit resume, cover letter and complete the application found at www.overbrook.edu to Sister Immaculata, O.P. at osprincipal@overbrook.edu
615-292-5134
The Montessori School (Chattanooga)
The mission of The Montessori School in Chattanooga, Tennessee is to promote independent learning, support emotional growth, and to embrace differences using the Montessori approach. We promote personalized and self-directed learning in a nurturing and family-like environment. If you have previous Montessori experience at the elementary level and you are interested in joining a team that is committed to Montessori education and developing lifelong learners who are creative, caring, and confident, please contact the Head of School, Allison Driver, via email at allison.driver@themontessorischool.net.
The job description can be found here.
The job description can be found here.
Nature's Way Montessori School
Adolescent Community Math and Science Guide (Full Time)
This person will have a high degree of academic freedom and will collaborate with colleagues to implement grade-appropriate math and science lessons with small groups of 7th & 8th grade students. This position would involve facilitating a Montessori-based, integrated math curriculum from The Math Institute and developing student-centered, hands-on, project-based science classes. The ideal candidate should possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, value collaboration with colleagues, and possess a flexible mindset and approach to learning. Applicants with a background in mathematics and science, experience in teaching and/or working with adolescents, and a willingness to embrace Montessori philosophy are preferred. More information about the school may be found at our website. Please email a resume, cover letter, and list of references to Mary Smith, Director, at natureswaymontessori@comcast.net.
Farm Manager (Part-Time)
The person in this position would be responsible for the care and management of the NWMS Farm. Through a partnership with the neighboring Murphy Springs Farm, Nature’s Way Montessori maintains a farm plot that has produce gardens, fruit trees and bushes, outdoor learning spaces and bee hives managed by professional beekeepers. The school also raises chickens on their main campus. The person in this position would be responsible for the overall planning and execution of farm activities and care of our chickens. This includes planning and executing an annual planting calendar, working closely with ou Adolescent Community in the management and overall supervision of the farm, and developing programs for students of all ages to be involved in the care of the farm and chickens. The ultimate goal for the Farm Manager is to collaborate with Classroom Guides at every level to create developmentally appropriate curriculum for all ages. We are looking for someone who is passionate about working with children of all ages to foster an understanding of and appreciation for all the learning that can be cultivated through working with the land. Additional information about the school and farm can be found on our website and Facebook and Instagram pages.
This person will have a high degree of academic freedom and will collaborate with colleagues to implement grade-appropriate math and science lessons with small groups of 7th & 8th grade students. This position would involve facilitating a Montessori-based, integrated math curriculum from The Math Institute and developing student-centered, hands-on, project-based science classes. The ideal candidate should possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, value collaboration with colleagues, and possess a flexible mindset and approach to learning. Applicants with a background in mathematics and science, experience in teaching and/or working with adolescents, and a willingness to embrace Montessori philosophy are preferred. More information about the school may be found at our website. Please email a resume, cover letter, and list of references to Mary Smith, Director, at natureswaymontessori@comcast.net.
Farm Manager (Part-Time)
The person in this position would be responsible for the care and management of the NWMS Farm. Through a partnership with the neighboring Murphy Springs Farm, Nature’s Way Montessori maintains a farm plot that has produce gardens, fruit trees and bushes, outdoor learning spaces and bee hives managed by professional beekeepers. The school also raises chickens on their main campus. The person in this position would be responsible for the overall planning and execution of farm activities and care of our chickens. This includes planning and executing an annual planting calendar, working closely with ou Adolescent Community in the management and overall supervision of the farm, and developing programs for students of all ages to be involved in the care of the farm and chickens. The ultimate goal for the Farm Manager is to collaborate with Classroom Guides at every level to create developmentally appropriate curriculum for all ages. We are looking for someone who is passionate about working with children of all ages to foster an understanding of and appreciation for all the learning that can be cultivated through working with the land. Additional information about the school and farm can be found on our website and Facebook and Instagram pages.
Montessori School of Franklin
LOWER ELEMENTARY TEACHER
Montessori School of Franklin is seeking a full time lower elementary teacher. We are looking for a candidate that will uphold the true ideological beliefs of Maria Montessori and exemplify kindness, trust, courtesy, independence, and striving to better ourselves and our community commitment. Ideal candidates must have a Montessori certification in lower elementary, a teaching license with the state of Tennessee is preferred but not required at this time, and a willingness to be a representation of the Montessori Method. Responsibilities would include planning and implementing lessons, record keeping, parent education and communication. Please send a cover letter, resume, Montessori certification and teaching credential (if applicable) to office@montessorifranklin.org
FLOATER/ AFTERCARE/ SUBSTITUTES
Montessori School of Franklin is seeking full time/part time Floater/Aftercare and Substitute persons. We are looking for candidates that will uphold the true ideological beliefs of Maria Montessori and exemplify kindness, trust, courtesy, independence, and community building. Ideal candidates must have a high school diploma (or higher), childcare experience is preferred. Job duties include but are not limited to giving breaks to classroom leads and assistants, being prepared to assist the Aftercare coordinator in supervising and engaging with students, creating and maintaining relationships with students and parents. To apply, please send a cover letter and a resume to: office@montessorifranklin.org
Montessori School of Franklin is seeking a full time lower elementary teacher. We are looking for a candidate that will uphold the true ideological beliefs of Maria Montessori and exemplify kindness, trust, courtesy, independence, and striving to better ourselves and our community commitment. Ideal candidates must have a Montessori certification in lower elementary, a teaching license with the state of Tennessee is preferred but not required at this time, and a willingness to be a representation of the Montessori Method. Responsibilities would include planning and implementing lessons, record keeping, parent education and communication. Please send a cover letter, resume, Montessori certification and teaching credential (if applicable) to office@montessorifranklin.org
FLOATER/ AFTERCARE/ SUBSTITUTES
Montessori School of Franklin is seeking full time/part time Floater/Aftercare and Substitute persons. We are looking for candidates that will uphold the true ideological beliefs of Maria Montessori and exemplify kindness, trust, courtesy, independence, and community building. Ideal candidates must have a high school diploma (or higher), childcare experience is preferred. Job duties include but are not limited to giving breaks to classroom leads and assistants, being prepared to assist the Aftercare coordinator in supervising and engaging with students, creating and maintaining relationships with students and parents. To apply, please send a cover letter and a resume to: office@montessorifranklin.org
Knoxville Montessori School
The Knoxville Montessori School is looking for a motivated, experienced individual with initiative and the ability to work effectively as part of a team to fill the available position of Primary Lead Teacher beginning in the 2021-2022 school year. This is a full-time position in a room with children 2.5-6 years old and follows the Montessori planes of development.
Responsibilities include (but are not limited to) planning, teaching, and coordinating a Montessori curriculum and schedule consistent with KMS Guidelines and Accreditation. Hours: Monday-Friday from 7:45am - 3:45pm during the school calendar year with occasional additional training. Required Qualifications: Minimum of a B.A. or B.S. and a Montessori certification from
an AMI-, AMS-, or MACTE-approved training center as well as at least three years of experience in the classroom as a Montessori Teacher. Compensation: Salaried with an annual base rate of $35,000. Benefits include paid holidays, retirement plan, and paid professional development.
E-mail cover letter and resume with names and contact information for three references to kms@knoxvillemontessori.org. For more information on KMS see our website at www.knoxvillemontessori.org.
Responsibilities include (but are not limited to) planning, teaching, and coordinating a Montessori curriculum and schedule consistent with KMS Guidelines and Accreditation. Hours: Monday-Friday from 7:45am - 3:45pm during the school calendar year with occasional additional training. Required Qualifications: Minimum of a B.A. or B.S. and a Montessori certification from
an AMI-, AMS-, or MACTE-approved training center as well as at least three years of experience in the classroom as a Montessori Teacher. Compensation: Salaried with an annual base rate of $35,000. Benefits include paid holidays, retirement plan, and paid professional development.
E-mail cover letter and resume with names and contact information for three references to kms@knoxvillemontessori.org. For more information on KMS see our website at www.knoxvillemontessori.org.
Montessori Mom Seeking Montessori Nanny
Must be willing to relocate with family when the Army moves us. Position would be to live in and require care for twins turning 3 years old in June. Commitment would be for a minimum of 18 to 24 months. Please contact Cendra at cendradon@gmail.com or 832-329-6449 to set up an interview.
Bambini Village Montessori (Murfreesboro)
Twelve years ago, Bambini Village Montessori opened as a one room school in Murfreesboro,
Tennessee. Many years were spent cultivating the joyful learning environment and nurturing
community that we had envisioned. Our school grew slowly with deep intention to the needs of
our students and families. We have now purchased a location of our own and have opened two
additional classrooms. Our new campus has beautiful indoor and outdoor learning opportunities
and is a peaceful oasis from the busy city.
Bambini Village Montessori has open positions at our new campus for the following:
Lead Primary Teacher (NEW CLASSROOM)
Aftercare teacher
LEAD PRIMARY TEACHER (NEW CLASSROOM)
Responsibilities:
• Lesson planning, providing one on one lessons and guiding students 3-6 years old
• Observing and recording student learning and growth. We use Transparent Classroom.
• The ability to create and maintain a beautiful learning environment that promotes independence and joy.
• Help to support and promote peace education with the students.
• Supporting each child to learn at his/her own pace
• Guiding children towards autonomy, curiosity, and respect
• Supervising lunch and playground activities; keeping children safe, engaged, and joyful
• Collaborating with families to align with the Montessori Method and understand their family values
• Contributing ideas in meetings; working with assistants and program director
• Commitment and respect for the Montessori philosophy and the developmental needs of children in the primary age group.
• Confident in the knowledge of Montessori materials and teaching fundamentals.
Lead Teacher Qualifications:
• BA/BS degree preferred
• AMS/AMI/MACTE teaching credential
• Understanding of and commitment to Montessori philosophy as well as early childhood best practices
• Ability to work collaboratively with faculty to enhance curriculum and community
• Commitment to meeting the needs of each child and family
• Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Minimum 2 years’ experience as a lead Montessori teacher for early childhood
• Montessori Certification or pursuing training : AMS, AMI or MACTE
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to develop a strong connection with children and families
• Effective time management and organizational skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues
• Excellent classroom management skills
• Current First Aid and CPR Training certificate
Pay is commensurate. Position is Monday through Friday from 7:20 am – 3:20 pm. Teachers have paid holidays as well as paid “flex time” to be used for sick or personal days. We support the educational and professional goals of our teachers. Professional development is part of the compensation package.
AFTERCARE TEACHER
• Assist with afternoon dismissal for students
• Supervise snack and outdoor time for aftercare students.
• Supervise indoor aftercare activities.
• Insure safety and wellness of our aftercare students
• Develop a friendly and professional relationship with parents.
• Cleaning and sanitation each evening.
• Assist teachers with material making when needed.
The Aftercare position is Monday – Friday from 2:30 pm – 6:30 pm. Additional hours may be available. Pay starts at: $10.50. Aftercare worker must have a high school diploma or equivalent, First Aid and CPR training, must have at least 2 years’ experience working with children in some capacity, and must undergo a background check.
Qualified candidates should send a résumé with three references along with a cover letter to: info@bambinivillage.org
Tennessee. Many years were spent cultivating the joyful learning environment and nurturing
community that we had envisioned. Our school grew slowly with deep intention to the needs of
our students and families. We have now purchased a location of our own and have opened two
additional classrooms. Our new campus has beautiful indoor and outdoor learning opportunities
and is a peaceful oasis from the busy city.
Bambini Village Montessori has open positions at our new campus for the following:
Lead Primary Teacher (NEW CLASSROOM)
Aftercare teacher
LEAD PRIMARY TEACHER (NEW CLASSROOM)
Responsibilities:
• Lesson planning, providing one on one lessons and guiding students 3-6 years old
• Observing and recording student learning and growth. We use Transparent Classroom.
• The ability to create and maintain a beautiful learning environment that promotes independence and joy.
• Help to support and promote peace education with the students.
• Supporting each child to learn at his/her own pace
• Guiding children towards autonomy, curiosity, and respect
• Supervising lunch and playground activities; keeping children safe, engaged, and joyful
• Collaborating with families to align with the Montessori Method and understand their family values
• Contributing ideas in meetings; working with assistants and program director
• Commitment and respect for the Montessori philosophy and the developmental needs of children in the primary age group.
• Confident in the knowledge of Montessori materials and teaching fundamentals.
Lead Teacher Qualifications:
• BA/BS degree preferred
• AMS/AMI/MACTE teaching credential
• Understanding of and commitment to Montessori philosophy as well as early childhood best practices
• Ability to work collaboratively with faculty to enhance curriculum and community
• Commitment to meeting the needs of each child and family
• Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Minimum 2 years’ experience as a lead Montessori teacher for early childhood
• Montessori Certification or pursuing training : AMS, AMI or MACTE
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to develop a strong connection with children and families
• Effective time management and organizational skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues
• Excellent classroom management skills
• Current First Aid and CPR Training certificate
Pay is commensurate. Position is Monday through Friday from 7:20 am – 3:20 pm. Teachers have paid holidays as well as paid “flex time” to be used for sick or personal days. We support the educational and professional goals of our teachers. Professional development is part of the compensation package.
AFTERCARE TEACHER
• Assist with afternoon dismissal for students
• Supervise snack and outdoor time for aftercare students.
• Supervise indoor aftercare activities.
• Insure safety and wellness of our aftercare students
• Develop a friendly and professional relationship with parents.
• Cleaning and sanitation each evening.
• Assist teachers with material making when needed.
The Aftercare position is Monday – Friday from 2:30 pm – 6:30 pm. Additional hours may be available. Pay starts at: $10.50. Aftercare worker must have a high school diploma or equivalent, First Aid and CPR training, must have at least 2 years’ experience working with children in some capacity, and must undergo a background check.
Qualified candidates should send a résumé with three references along with a cover letter to: info@bambinivillage.org
Little River Montessori School (Greater Knoxville Area)
MULTIPLE POSITIONS AND LEVELS
We are currently accepting resumes for multiple positions, full and part time, and at multiple levels, toddler through adolescent, for the coming school year. Relevant BS or BA degree, Montessori experience, and Montessori certification is preferred for full time positions. We celebrate inclusion and diversity in our classrooms and amongst our staff. LRMS offers competitive salary and paid professional development opportunities.
Resume complete with references and cover letter can be submitted on our website here.
We are currently accepting resumes for multiple positions, full and part time, and at multiple levels, toddler through adolescent, for the coming school year. Relevant BS or BA degree, Montessori experience, and Montessori certification is preferred for full time positions. We celebrate inclusion and diversity in our classrooms and amongst our staff. LRMS offers competitive salary and paid professional development opportunities.
Resume complete with references and cover letter can be submitted on our website here.
Acton Academy Nashville
LEAD GUIDE Starting Feb. 15th
Do you want to change the world? If your goal is to instill your love of learning in others while advancing your own professional growth, this is your chance to get in on the ground floor of one of the world’s most innovative schools.
Acton Academy Nashville is a non-traditional school with innovative elements such as quest-like projects with real-world application, Socratic discussions, apprenticeships, and the Hero’s Journey in a learner-driven, multi-age Studio.
We utilize a homeschool-hybrid model so school takes place three days per week (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday) and the children homeschool on Monday and Friday. The Guide will work in the Studio Tuesday through Thursday with additional weekly scheduled hours outside of the school day for planning, documenting, communicating with parents, and administrative tasks.
This position has part-time “classroom” hours with full-time pay and allocated time to prepare outside of the classroom. The Lead Guide will be working in a classroom of children aged 7-9. Lead Guides are expected to lead Socratic discussions each morning, inspire our heroes to explore, be curious, and take ownership of their learning, monitor student progress on our self-paced curriculum, and create life-oriented projects that nurture student curiosity and culminate in public exhibitions for the Acton community. The Guide’s main role will be to move learners on a journey to understand and develop their most precious gifts, discover their deepest passions, and explore how to use these passions to serve others in a meaningful way that brings them joy. The Guide role is NOT a “teaching” role and all ego is to be removed. We believe our learners will go on to change the world in a profound way.
Acton Nashville has a deep focus on growth mindset and mindfulness. The Guide must have a solid understanding of and willingness to align with these elements.
Position Description:
The Guide will work with the Program Administrator and Founders to:
There will be an onboarding “training” period directed by the Program Administrator. The Guide must be willing to complete these learning exercises and remove all ego that he/she already knows best and be excited to understand the Acton method on a deep, philosophical level.
Start time for this position is flexible, although we would like to fill this position within the next few months. School begins late August/early September each year and is an 11-month program. We run on 5-6 week sessions with 1-2 week breaks in between sessions. We are closed for six weeks in the summer (half of July and month of August.) The Guide should be available to learn and prepare throughout the summer.
This position is salaried.
Please thoroughly review our website and the main Acton Academy website before writing your cover letter. If you feel you understand and connect with our vision, please send us a resume and thoughtful cover letter addressing why you would like this opportunity and why you feel that you are the right fit for it.
ASSISTANT GUIDE Starting Jan. 4th
Position Overview:
Acton Academy Nashville is seeking an Assistant Guide (beginning January 4th). This guide will assist our Sparks Studio (4-7-year-olds) in a Montessori, nature, and play-based learning environment. The assistant will learn elements of the Acton Academy method as well.
The Assistant Guide will offer help to the Lead Guide, observe the studio, and work one-on-one with children as needed.
We utilize a homeschool-hybrid model so school takes place three days per week (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday) and the children homeschool on Monday and Friday.
This is a paid internship that allows someone to learn more about Montessori and the Acton philosophy in preparation to potentially to serve as a Lead Guide.
Position Description:
Please thoroughly review our website and the main Acton Academy website before writing your cover letter. If you feel you understand and connect with our vision, please send us a resume and thoughtful cover letter addressing why you would like this opportunity and why you feel that you are the right fit for it.
Cover letters and resumes can be sent to office@actonnashville.org.
Do you want to change the world? If your goal is to instill your love of learning in others while advancing your own professional growth, this is your chance to get in on the ground floor of one of the world’s most innovative schools.
Acton Academy Nashville is a non-traditional school with innovative elements such as quest-like projects with real-world application, Socratic discussions, apprenticeships, and the Hero’s Journey in a learner-driven, multi-age Studio.
We utilize a homeschool-hybrid model so school takes place three days per week (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday) and the children homeschool on Monday and Friday. The Guide will work in the Studio Tuesday through Thursday with additional weekly scheduled hours outside of the school day for planning, documenting, communicating with parents, and administrative tasks.
This position has part-time “classroom” hours with full-time pay and allocated time to prepare outside of the classroom. The Lead Guide will be working in a classroom of children aged 7-9. Lead Guides are expected to lead Socratic discussions each morning, inspire our heroes to explore, be curious, and take ownership of their learning, monitor student progress on our self-paced curriculum, and create life-oriented projects that nurture student curiosity and culminate in public exhibitions for the Acton community. The Guide’s main role will be to move learners on a journey to understand and develop their most precious gifts, discover their deepest passions, and explore how to use these passions to serve others in a meaningful way that brings them joy. The Guide role is NOT a “teaching” role and all ego is to be removed. We believe our learners will go on to change the world in a profound way.
Acton Nashville has a deep focus on growth mindset and mindfulness. The Guide must have a solid understanding of and willingness to align with these elements.
Position Description:
The Guide will work with the Program Administrator and Founders to:
- Affirm students, holding them accountable to their promises and to deliver “the best work they can do” as they discover and pursue a calling on a Hero’s Journey.
- Create meaningful exhibitions, ceremonies, and celebrations that reinforce the rules of engagement, and personal and group covenants to provide and strengthen a safe learning community.
- Act as a role model as an independent learner on a Hero’s Journey.
- Launch and lead Socratic discussions.
- Guide Quests (projects), including daily challenges and curating world-class examples.
- Supply Studio environment and set up Studio as inspiration for learning.
- Incorporate Acton programs and self-directed materials and lessons into ‘Core Skills’ work time. Observe and track each child’s progress.
- Encourage young learners to track their progress and create portfolios to show parents, peers and apprenticeship employers what they can do.
- Uphold promises to students, parents and fellow Guides made in relational covenants.
- Communicate with parents.
- Pass along each of these responsibilities to the children as quickly as possible, so as to allow them to lead themselves.
- Thoughtfully observe each child as an individual and the group as a whole to help inspire them along their personal and group journey. A willingness to be more of an observer than a doer.
- Complete an onboarding “training” period directed by our Program Administrator.
- Embody a growth mindset and incorporate it into all aspects of the program including the Guide’s own personal development.
- Innovative and entrepreneurial spirit required
- A deep curiosity about life and love of lifelong learning
- Montessori-training and experience preferred but not required (Primary or Elementary)
- Project-based and/or experiential learning training is helpful
- Proven excellence in written and oral communication skills
- A degree in education is not necessary. If you have launched a business or not-for-profit organization or led a major project, these are also suitable qualifications. Traditional teachers have the most difficult time adapting to the Acton model.
- A master of observation
- Evident passion for being on a Hero’s Journey
There will be an onboarding “training” period directed by the Program Administrator. The Guide must be willing to complete these learning exercises and remove all ego that he/she already knows best and be excited to understand the Acton method on a deep, philosophical level.
Start time for this position is flexible, although we would like to fill this position within the next few months. School begins late August/early September each year and is an 11-month program. We run on 5-6 week sessions with 1-2 week breaks in between sessions. We are closed for six weeks in the summer (half of July and month of August.) The Guide should be available to learn and prepare throughout the summer.
This position is salaried.
Please thoroughly review our website and the main Acton Academy website before writing your cover letter. If you feel you understand and connect with our vision, please send us a resume and thoughtful cover letter addressing why you would like this opportunity and why you feel that you are the right fit for it.
ASSISTANT GUIDE Starting Jan. 4th
Position Overview:
Acton Academy Nashville is seeking an Assistant Guide (beginning January 4th). This guide will assist our Sparks Studio (4-7-year-olds) in a Montessori, nature, and play-based learning environment. The assistant will learn elements of the Acton Academy method as well.
The Assistant Guide will offer help to the Lead Guide, observe the studio, and work one-on-one with children as needed.
We utilize a homeschool-hybrid model so school takes place three days per week (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday) and the children homeschool on Monday and Friday.
This is a paid internship that allows someone to learn more about Montessori and the Acton philosophy in preparation to potentially to serve as a Lead Guide.
Position Description:
- Observe the studio based on observation prompts given by the Lead Guide
- Learn about the Montessori method and Acton systems
- Assist the Lead Guide in material making
- Work one-on-one with children as needed
- Take observation notes
- Monitor children on the playground and during times of transition
- Help maintain the studio space as directed by Lead Guide
- Read books for professional development assigned by Lead Guide or administration
- Substitute when a Lead Guide must be absent
- A deep curiosity about life and love of lifelong learning
- Experience working with young children
- Ability to follow direction respectfully and observe children without intervening
- Reliability, responsibility, kindness, and a positive attitude
Please thoroughly review our website and the main Acton Academy website before writing your cover letter. If you feel you understand and connect with our vision, please send us a resume and thoughtful cover letter addressing why you would like this opportunity and why you feel that you are the right fit for it.
Cover letters and resumes can be sent to office@actonnashville.org.
Music City Montessori (Nashville)
Elementary Teacher for the 2020-2021 School year
*TN teaching license.
* Montessori Certified preferred but willing to train.
* Must be able to commit to the school year
* Must be able to pass a background check
* Benefits offered after 90 days.
We are a small Private Montessori School in Nashville. Our lower elementary class is small in size mostly consisting of students that have been in Montessori.
Resume, salary request and cover letter can be emailed to director@musiccitymontessori.org
*TN teaching license.
* Montessori Certified preferred but willing to train.
* Must be able to commit to the school year
* Must be able to pass a background check
* Benefits offered after 90 days.
We are a small Private Montessori School in Nashville. Our lower elementary class is small in size mostly consisting of students that have been in Montessori.
Resume, salary request and cover letter can be emailed to director@musiccitymontessori.org
Olivia's Montessori Pre-school (Memphis)
Due to Covid I am restructuring. I am looking for someone to work from 7:15-3:00 daily with Tuesday staff meeting 3-4:15. I follow the “original” Shelby County School Calendar. School opens August 10th and close May 27th with many holiday closings. I am looking for someone that truly enjoys children and working to help me. Applicants must have preschool experience, current CPR-1st aid and be ready to hire and train.
Contact Olivia's Montessori Pre-school here http://www.oliviasmontessori.com/contact-us.html
Contact Olivia's Montessori Pre-school here http://www.oliviasmontessori.com/contact-us.html
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