Job Title: Lower Elementary Teacher Trainee

Reports to: Learning Director

Location: Lekki, Lagos State

Salary: 150-200k net

JOB SUMMARY

Our client, a Montessori School is looking to hire a lower elementary teacher trainee who will direct his/her students’ activities academically, spiritually, emotionally, and physically in a prepared Montessori environment, that challenges each child to reach his/her fullest potential in these developmental areas. In accordance with Montessori philosophy and procedures for the age group in which a Montessori diploma is held, the ideal candidate will lead the students towards the fulfillment of the school’s vision as a learner’s Paradise. The ideal candidate will also be responsible for implementing the curriculum built on a 21st-century learning framework, with a biblical worldview, upholding the integrity of Montessori principles and practice.

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Observation – scientific observation of student activities, learning and development
• Planning and Development – planning for each child’s development across all domains – spiritual, cognitive, language and communication, functional performance, social and emotional. Also, participating in the planning of school-wide programs and events
• Prepared Environment – creating, maintaining and repairing the classroom materials.
• Implementation – curriculum delivery
• Record-Keeping – keeping records of children’s learning and activities
• Assessments and Reports –Assessing and writing reports on the child’s progress.
• Community Building – communicating with and establishing a positive relationship with existing and prospective parents, colleagues.
• Intervention – Leading the implementation of the intervention plan for students with additional learning needs

TRAINING/EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of 2 years working experience in an authentic Montessori early childhood environment
• Montessori diploma from a MACTE accredited program for the specific age group
• Registered with Teacher’s Registration Council of Nigeria, TRCN
• Must hold a minimum of a bachelor’s degree or a post-graduate degree in Education from an accredited college or university

TECHNICAL SKILLS

• Instructing – Possesses an engaging instructional manner i.e. can engage others to direct them on practical skills
• Learning Strategies – Follows instructional methods and procedures given for the situation when new things are to be taught
• Active Listening – Gives full attention to what others are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
• Knowledge of Montessori philosophy and methods of instruction
• Critical Thinking – Uses logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems

CORE COMPANY SUCCESS TRAITS

• Passion – for the advancement of God’s kingdom through education, for teaching and learning, and for Montessori principles/practice.
• Integrity – honesty and transparency
• Responsible autonomy – self-starting and able to deliver responsibilities with a high level of independence
• Creative intelligence – resourceful and a problem solver
• Competence – Excellence, effectiveness and efficiency in the delivery of core duties.