MONTESSORI PEAKS ACADEMY- JeffCo Public School of Choice

Montessori Peaks Academy is a Jeffco Public Charter school. Our philosophy and methodology is based on Maria Montessori's belief in the education of the whole child, honoring each child, and preparing them to be life-long learners and responsible world citizens.

MPA is a Colorado public charter school and tuition-based preschool located in Littleton, Colorado in the Jefferson County school district. MPA provides programs for children from preschool (age 3) through eighth grade. Before- and after-school childcare is available for those who need it, and various after-school enrichment activities from which to choose as well. To meet the needs of our families, we also offer several different programs for home-schooled children, grades kindergarten through 8th grade.

Position: Director/Teacher, Middle School

Description: Director/Teacher position required to develop and implement Montessori Peaks Academy's new middle school program. Position will be hybrid initially, to include administrative functions and classroom education.

Responsibilities:

  • Develop and administer an authentic Montessori Middle School curriculum consistent with accredited Montessori training.
  • Develop Montessori materials and teach Montessori math and science lessons that speak to the interests of individual students.
  • Promote a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction, and student learning.
  • Provide ongoing assessment of student learning, and adjust instructional methods to fit individual student needs, including students with special needs.  Facilitate individual and small group education experiences.
  • Continue to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in Montessori education by participating in professional development and attending seminars.
  • Organize and maintain a system for accurate and complete record-keeping/reporting for all student activities, achievement and attendance as required by MPA requirements, district procedures, and applicable laws.
  • Encourage parent involvement in a students' education and provide effective communication with students and parents.
  • Coordinate with other MPA staff members to evaluate and assess curriculum. Participate in faculty meetings and committees.
  • Supervise students in activities that take place out of the classroom during the school day.
  • Administer standardized tests in accordance with District testing programs.
  • Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.
  • Familiarity with use of educational information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans.
  • Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
  • Capable of communicating effectively with staff, students and parents.
  • Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.

Qualifications:

BA or BS required

Certification as State Secondary Teacher

Montessori trained at secondary level preferred

 

Start date: March 1, 2023 but flexible


Salary Range: $50,000-$75000

 

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