Fraser Woods Montessori School is searching for a maternity-leave replacement Montessori teacher for spring 2026, specifically March 2nd- June 10th. The leave-replacement Montessori teacher’s responsibilities include assisting in delivering lessons and curricula focused on developing social, physical, intellectual, and emotional skills, assessing children’s individual needs, and communicating with parents as required. The teacher will work closely with the existing co- Head Teacher.

To be successful as a teacher, you should be a lifelong learner who inspires a love for learning in your students. Outstanding candidates are resilient and embrace creativity and independence.

Montessori Teacher Responsibilities:

• Observing, guiding, supervising, and assessing children while they learn in the classroom environment
• Delivering lessons, independent learning exercises, curricula, and methods that cater to the individual child's needs
• Creating and maintaining a safe, clean, stimulating classroom where all children feel safe and valued
• Establishing rapport and building relationships with students based on trust
• Setting an excellent example for students and instilling good values in them like honesty, accountability, understanding, tolerance, respect, love, and kindness
• Monitoring and assessing student progress and writing progress reports
• Ensuring classroom supplies and equipment are available and in working condition
• Updating records on the school database and handling various other administrative tasks
• Participating in school activities and accompanying students on field trips

Leave Replacement Montessori Teacher Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in education, or a related discipline is preferred
• Completed training at an accredited Montessori Center or significant teaching experience in an Elementary classroom
• Passionate about education
• An ability to teach groups of children of varying ages, needs, and abilities
• Patience and excellent observational, communication, and diagnostic skills
• The ability to multitask, keep calm under pressure, and treat everyone with love and respect
• Excellent planning and organizational skills
• A lifelong learner who can be a good role model for children

About Fraser Woods Montessori School

Established in 1968, Fraser Woods Montessori School is a toddler through 8th grade, co-educational independent school located in the historic town of Newtown, Connecticut. FWM serves approximately 200 students on a beautiful 8 acre campus. The Middle School follows a more traditional, independent school model while remaining true to FWM's Montessori values that are more prominent in the lower grades. FWM provides a challenging educational environment while also focusing on the social-emotional needs of children ages 15 months to 14 years of age.

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