UPCOMING OPPORTUNITIES

The Director of Finance & Operations provides leadership for and manages all operational functions, including all human resources, finance, IT, and facilities and is responsible for ensuring that the school complies with all relevant state/local/federal rules and regulations. The Director of Finance & Operations reports to the Principal and is a key member of the school’s leadership team and will play an important role in ensuring the school’s short- and long-term success. This is a 12-month position. Required Skills and Experience A successful candidate: Possesses a Connecticut School Business Administrator certification (085) or equivalent, or a Master’s degree in accounting, business/finance or non-profit management Has a minimum of three years of top level administrative experience, preferably in a public/charter school or public agency setting Is proficient in basic office computer skills, including, but not limited to Microsoft Word, Access, Excel, and Google Suite Demonstrates the capacity for independent work, flexibility, the capacity to handle multiple demands and effective prioritization Has a firm commitment to upholding the school’s mission Compensation: $100,000-$115,000 based on education and experience. Medical, vision and dental benefits available.

About the position: All of our classrooms have two educators (a Guide and an Assistant). When an educator is absent, substitute educators serve as assistants to the remaining educator. They are not responsible for creating or implementing substitute lesson plans. This is a part-time, hourly position. Sometimes we reach out a week in advance, other times we text early in the morning the day of an absence - this role requires readiness and availability to support us where and when there is a need! Qualifications: High School diploma is required. The ideal applicant has a bachelor’s degree in education or a related field, is familiar with Montessori education and/or has experience in a public school setting, supervising children, and supporting instruction for students with special needs. The candidate is kind, caring, compassionate, enthusiastic, well-organized, bilingual (Spanish), and creative with excellent written and oral communication skills. Key Components of the Position: Supporting academic and social emotional work in the classroom Preparing and maintaining the physical environment Working with individual and small groups of children to support independence and learning

About the position: The Guide leads instruction in the classroom, reports to the Principal, and works in collaboration with Classroom Assistant, SEL Team, and Coaches. This is a full time 10-Month with required August Training before the school year begins. Required Qualifications: This position requires certification to teach in the public schools in the State of CT and completion of a Montessori Training program. Candidates should have a Bachelor's Degree in a related field. Preferred Qualifications: The ideal applicant has a Master’s Degree in Education or a related field, is trained in the Montessori method and/or has experience as an assistant in a public school setting, collaborating as a member of a teaching faculty, supervising children, and supporting instruction for students with special needs. S/he/they is kind, caring, compassionate, enthusiastic, well-organized, bilingual (Spanish), and creative with excellent written and oral communication skills. Key Components of the Position: Planning and presenting anti-bias learning in academics and social emotional learning in the classroom Differentiating instruction to ensure growth for all students Collaborating with classroom, level, and school teams to plan curriculum, instruction, and assessment Partnering with families through regular communication to support children’s growth Participating in professional learning in social emotional skills, academics, and Anti-Bias Anti-Racist work

About the Position: As part of the instructional team, the Montessori Coach will be responsible for the implementation of a high fidelity, fully implemented Montessori program at the school. This person reports to the Principal and coordinates with Guides, Social Worker and ABAR Director. Required Qualifications: Applicant must have a BA, a Master’s in Education, Special Education or a related field, and Montessori Primary or Elementary training and a minimum of 5 years of professional experience in a Montessori classroom/school. Preferred Qualifications: The ideal applicant is well-organized, positive, proactive, and motivated. S/he is deeply invested in the Montessori Method of education, has experience in Montessori environments, has strong communication skills, has coached and managed teams, and possesses a strong desire to involve families in their children’s education. Key Components of the Position: Coaching guides and assistants in Montessori pedagogy and curriculum Coordinating with leadership on professional learning and implementation of school wide priorities Creating and supporting materials for Culturally Responsive Montessori curriculum

About the position: The Classroom Assistant works in partnership with the Classroom Guide. This is a full time 10-Month (with required August Training before the school year begins). Required Qualifications: All Assistants must successfully complete an AMI Assistants Training Course within their first years of employment. High School diploma is required. Preferred Qualifications: The ideal applicant has a Bachelor’s Degree in Education or a related field, is trained in the Montessori method and/or has experience as an assistant in a public school setting, collaborating as a member of a teaching faculty, supervising children, and supporting instruction for students with special needs. The candidate is kind, caring, compassionate, enthusiastic, well-organized, bilingual (Spanish), and creative with excellent written and oral communication skills. Key Components of the Position: Supporting academic and social emotional work in the classroom Preparing and maintaining the physical environment Working with individual and small groups of children to support independence and learning