Upper Elementary Montessori Trained Lead Guide

Position Overview

The Upper Elementary Montessori Trained Lead guides students through hands-on, student-centered learning that promotes independence, responsibility, and a love of learning. The teacher demonstrates a deep commitment to authentic Montessori practice and works collaboratively within a supportive school community.

Key Responsibilities

• Guide students in a prepared Montessori environment that supports academic, social, and emotional growth.
• Communicate professionally with parents regarding student progress and needs.
• Interact respectfully with each child, honoring their dignity and individuality.
• Collaborate with the assistant teacher and faculty to support lesson planning, classroom management, and student development.
• Build positive and cooperative relationships with families and encourage their involvement in the school community.
• Attend faculty meetings and participate in professional development days.
• Maintain confidentiality and support students during daily transitions, including arrival, dismissal, lunch, and recess.

The Ideal Candidate

• Respects and genuinely enjoys working with children.
• Believes in student-centered, developmentally appropriate learning.
• Creates a calm, engaging, and well-prepared classroom environment.
• Uses kind and consistent classroom management practices.
• Values collaboration, reflection, and professional growth.
• Is organized, flexible, and dependable.

Qualifications

• AMI Elementary (6–12) or AMS Montessori Elementary II (9–12) certification required. Other MACTE-accredited Montessori trainings may be considered.
• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Upper Elementary teaching experience strongly preferred.
• Texas teaching license encouraged.

Position Details

Job Type: Full-time
Work Location: In person

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Esprit International School

4266 Interfaith Way
The Woodlands, TX 77381

admissions@espritschool.com