TK/K Teacher - 26/27 SY - American River

• Classroom Environment & Behavior Support
• Establish a safe, inclusive, and nurturing classroom environment that promotes respect, collaboration, and active participation.
• Implement Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS) and other proactive classroom management strategies.
• Apply behavior intervention plans (BIPs) when appropriate, de-escalating conflicts and modeling positive social behaviors.

• Family & Community Engagement
• Communicate regularly with parents/guardians about student progress, behavior, and accomplishments.
• Lead parent-teacher conferences and other family meetings to strengthen school-home partnerships.
• Actively support school events, extracurricular activities, and community-building initiatives.

• Collaboration & Teamwork
• Collaborate with colleagues, administrators, and support staff to plan curriculum, address student needs, and coordinate campus initiatives.
• Oversee, mentor, and collaborate with teaching assistants to ensure a cohesive and supportive classroom environment.
• Contribute to a positive, professional school culture by engaging in team meetings, committees, and shared planning.

• Professional Growth & Compliance
• Participate in professional development opportunities to strengthen instructional practices and fulfill certification requirements.
• Pursue and maintain required credentials, including California teaching certification and Montessori training.
• Adhere to CMP policies, procedures, and state/federal education regulations.

• Competencies
• Student-Centered Practice - Commitment to fostering independence, curiosity, and holistic development in students.
• Classroom Management & PBIS - Skilled in implementing proactive behavior support strategies, fostering a respectful and orderly environment.
• Assessment & Data-Driven Instruction - Proficiency in assessing student progress and using data to inform teaching practices.
• Family & Community Engagement - Strong communication and relationship-building skills with parents, guardians, and the community.
• Collaboration & Teamwork - Ability to work effectively with colleagues, administrators, and teaching assistants to support student learning.
• Adaptability & Flexibility - Capacity to adjust instruction and classroom approaches based on student needs and changing circumstances.
• Professionalism & Ethical Practice - Maintains confidentiality, models integrity, and adheres to professional standards.
• Continuous Growth Mindset - Dedication to ongoing professional learning and Montessori/educational best practices.
• Organizational & Time Management Skills - Effectively manages multiple responsibilities, deadlines, and classroom priorities.le: Knowledge of child development and age-appropriate instruction

• Supervisory Responsibilities ( if applicable)
• None

Work Environment • Classroom Environment

• This role works in classrooms where conditions can vary. This may include exposure to noise, varying levels of student engagement, and the need to adapt to changing circumstances.
• Emotional
• Demands: Working with students can be emotionally demanding but also incredibly rewarding. Must remain patient, compassionate, and composed, even in challenging situations.

• Physical Demands The role of a teacher involves various physical demands due to the nature of working with students. These demands may include:
• Mobility: Moving around the classroom, assisting students with mobility challenges, and transitioning between activities.
• Lifting: Occasionally lifting and arranging classroom materials.
• Sitting and Standing: Engaging with students, teachers, and activities while both sitting and standing for extended periods.
• Adapting to Student Needs: Quickly responding to unexpected situations, such as helping a student who is experiencing a behavioral challenge.

Safety Measures • Safety Protocols

• Following established safety protocols and guidelines to ensure the physical and emotional well-being of all students.
• Proper
• Techniques: Utilizing appropriate techniques for assisting students with physical disabilities or behavioral challenges to prevent injury to both students and staff.
• Health
• Considerations: Adhering to health and hygiene standards and being mindful of any allergies or medical conditions that students may have.

• Travel Requirements
• Minimal or none

• Required Education and Experience
• Bachelor’s degree
• Valid California teaching credential
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with students, colleagues, parents, and specialists
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Empathy, patience, and a genuine commitment to fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment

• Preferred Education and Experience
• Montessori experience
• Experience working with elementary- and/or middle-school-aged students in a classroom setting

Compensation and Benefits • Time Off

• Sick leave, paid holidays, vacation (as applicable by position),
• Retirement: 403(b) and 457 retirement plans through CalSTRS Pension2 according to California state law, California Education code and CMP policy.
• Medical,
• Dental, and
• Vision
• Insurance for
• Full
• Time
• Positions: Comprehensive coverage for you and your eligible dependents.
• Childcare
• Support: Access to free before and after care through Club M for employees with students enrolled at a CMP campus (subject to availability; application fees apply).
• Flexible
• Spending
• Accounts (FSA): Options for health care and dependent care.
• Employee
• Assistance
• Program (EAP): Confidential support for personal or work-related challenges.
• Mental
• Health
• Support: Access to Nivati, a mental health platform offering counseling, coaching, and wellness tools.

AAP/EEO Statement

• It is the policy of California Montessori Project to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. This policy applies to all employment practices including recruitment, hiring, compensation, promotion, training, and termination.
• Other
• Duties: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.
• All of our teachers hold dual credentials: a California teaching credential (with ELL authorization) and a Montessori credential. For the California teaching credential, we are looking for applicants who have their California Multiple Subject credential or who will be intern-eligible by July 1. All applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without employer sponsorship. Please note that California now has additional requirements for TK teachers.
• A
• TK teacher must have either:
• 24 units of early childhood education
• 1 year of experience being a preschool or TK teacher
• Early Childhood permit from the CTC (or an Early Childhood Montessori credential) While we prioritize applicants who are already Montessori trained, we realize that most applicants will need Montessori training after they are hired. HOW DO I GET MONTESSORI TRAINED? Montessori training is age based, with different training for ages 3-6, 6-9, 9-12, and 12-18. These trainings take between 1-2 years to complete, often taken concurrently while working as a teacher in a classroom. California Montessori Project (CMP) will pay the tuition of Montessori training for the ages/grades in a teacher's classroom. Interested in learning more about Montessori?
• AMS has a short article on it here: https://amshq.org/About-Montessori/What-Is-Montessori WHAT DO I NEED IN MY APPLICATION? Be sure to also completely fill out the application and attach all of the following. Please note that failure to follow directions could lead to non-consideration.
• Certificate Copy (copy of Montessori credential, if applicable)
• Copy of Transcript
• Credential Document Number
• CPR Certification
• Letter of Introduction (include grade and campus location preferences)
• Letter(s) of Recommendation (3 recent letters of reference attesting to your professional attributes)
• Other (3 professional references, with at least one from someone in a supervisory role)
• Resume

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