Upper Elementary Montessori Teacher (Grades 4-6)

Foundations Montessori School is hiring a full-time Upper Elementary Montessori Teacher (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: [email protected]

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, 265 Wilson St East, Ancaster, L9G 2B8

www.foundationsmontessori.ca

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