Careers
C’E Montessori Brooklyn is a dynamic and progressive independent school for children 18 months old through nine. We are an exciting and innovative school guided by the philosophy and principles of Dr. Maria Montessori and a passion for growth and school transformation. At C'E we prepare the child to transform his world without prejudice to what that world will be, which child will transform it or how it needs to be transformed. We respect the potential of the child and the fundamentals of our ideas enough to allow our students the time and freedom to make a true impact in their world.
C’E Montessori Brooklyn has an institutional commitment to the principles of diversity. In that spirit, we do not discriminate in violation of the law on the basis of race, religion, creed, color, gender, sexual orientation, age, physical challenge, national or ethnic origin, ancestry or any other characteristic.
C’E Montesori Brooklyn is an equal opportunity employer.
To apply for a current opening posted here, please email your resume to info@montessoribrooklyn.com. You must include the job title of the position you are applying for in the subject line of your email in order for your resume to be considered.
If there are no current opportunities listed, you are welcome to send your resume to info@montessoribrooklyn.com to be considered should a suitable position open in the near future.
Current Opportunities
At C’E Montessori we are working to create a school environment that is inclusive, child driven, technologically advanced and exudes positive community culture. We want our applicants to be excited to join a new and eager team that is ready to make a mark on the students that we teach and the educational community in Brooklyn. This job offers huge opportunities for personal and professional growth, a voice in shaping the team and school and access to school administration.
We are excited to make a true impact on the world of education and the families that we accept into our community, we hope that your cover letter will show that you are excited to join us in that endeavor.
Director of Education
You will be responsible for leading, directing, developing and managing the school. Your job is teacher and student focused but you will also be one of the primary faces and shapers of the school to the parents and community. You will work closely with the head of school to develop systems and procedures for the new campus at 119 South 3rd Street in Williamsburg.
You must be an expert in school administration, operations, and curriculum and must have extensive knowledge of the Montessori method and classroom experience.
You should be a NYC certified Early Childhood Education professional.
Responsibilities
- Lead the hiring of teachers and assistants, and ensure that an effective teaching team is created and maintained
- Establish and maintain a Montessori learning culture
- Set and promote educational standards and expectations for all students and staff according to the school's philosophy.
- Supervise programs of the school, evaluating lesson plans and observing classes (teaching, as duties allow) on a regular basis to encourage the use of a variety of instructional strategies and materials consistent with research on learning and child growth and development.
- Manage, evaluate and supervise schools methodologies functioning according to the philosophy, mission, values and goals of the school
- Build opportunities and programs for teachers' professional development
- Establish procedures for evaluation and selection of instructional materials and equipment, approving all recommendations.
Lead Primary Teacher
We are seeking a Montessori trained Lead Primary Teacher for our Primary Classroom, ages 2 1/2-6.
Candidate should have experience in the day-to-day workings of a Montessori School with a true commitment and passion to Montessori academic excellence as well as positive and proven experience in constructivist classrooms. The candidate must possess leadership skills, be flexible and positive. The Lead Primary teacher will follow children, create and adapt curriculum and work closely with their team to provide the best possible classroom experience.
Education & Experience
- A minimum of a Bachelor's Degree
- AMI/AMS Credential in Early Childhood
- Extensive knowledge of the Montessori Method
- 3-5 years experience in preschool administration, Montessori administration is a plus
- Great organizational, computer, and administrative skills
Benefits: Competitive salaries commensurate on experience and education, medical insurance, tuition remission and free childcare options.
Assistant Toddler's Teacher
We are looking for a credentialed teacher to assist in the Toddler (2 year old) classroom. Assistants support and uphold discipline policies and decisions set by the Head Teacher and may be asked to design an activity for any area, plan a group activity as interests and experience dictate, give lessons, and attend staff meetings. Assisting teachers provide input to the Head Teacher to be used at conferences with parents. Although Head Teachers will make assignments of certain duties to all assistants, the creative energy of the classroom is dependent on the individual efforts of all teachers to contribute above and beyond those assignments. Positivity and team player mentality a must, huge opportunities to grow.
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