Lead Montessori Teacher (3-6 year old)

About us

Kripa Montessori Schools is dedicated to nurturing the natural goodness and potential of young children. We are proud to complement the Montessori Method of teaching with a well-defined and structured value-based program for children till six years of age.

At Kripa, we believe in creating a strong community of teachers and assistants who work together to provide a fun, supportive environment for our students. We strive to foster a work-family balance that allows our staff to excel in their roles while also enjoying a fulfilling personal life.

With over 15 years of serving local communities, Kripa Montessori Schools have established a reputation for excellence in early childhood education. Our three locations in the Northwest suburbs of Chicago provide a convenient and accessible option for families seeking quality education for their children.

At Kripa Montessori Schools, we support continuous learning of our staff members by supporting staff to get certifications in early childhood education credits, Montessori method of education, food handling certificates, CPR, AED and First Aid certificates.

We also offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes a 401(k) plan to help our employees plan for their future, and a performance-based annual bonus program to reward outstanding performance and dedication.

Join our team at Kripa Montessori Schools and enjoy the benefits of working in a supportive and rewarding environment.

In Lead Teacher role, you will have the opportunity to make a difference in a child's life every day! Your enthusiastic passion for learning will help a child discover new ideas and spark imagination. You will have the opportunity to create programs and methods in the class and guide the child through many exciting milestones and model new capabilities as he/she works towards greater independence.

Qualifications for Lead-Montessori Teacher:

• AMS or AMI Montessori certification
• Associate or bachelor’s degree
• At least 21 years old
• Eco-friendly mindset and the ability to promote our philosophy

What Kripa Montessori offers:

• Tuition discount for two children at any school in our network
• Accrued PTO and paid holidays
• 401(k) account
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Career growth and promotion opportunities in our network
• Bonus based on reviews
• Fully sponsored CDA, ECE & other Professional Development assistance
• CPR, AED, Food Safety for handler and First aid training provided.
• Paid opportunities to meet requirements for annual professional development hours.

Job Type: Full-time

Expected hours: 40 per week

Schedule:

• 8-hour shift

Work Location: In person

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $19.00 - $24.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Life insurance
• Relocation assistance
• Tuition reimbursement

Work Location: In person