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What Does It Mean To Be A Montessori Teacher At Fox Valley Montessori School?

Helping Your Child Learn Independence, Responsibility & Initiative

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What Sets FVMS Apart

Recently an employee stated they feel strongly that FVMS gives them the tools to be successful and the community feels like home.

+ Opportunities For Professional Development

+ Collaborative Team

+ Be A Positive Impact In The Lives Of Children

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Why Do Our Employees Love FVMS?

Ask and You Would Hear About:

• A welcoming community of parents, students and families

• A culture of collaborative learning – for students and employees

• A Montessori education that focuses on the whole child

• Dedicated, creative and inspiring coworkers

• Courageous and intentional diversity and inclusion work

Join Our Team

Patient, observant, loving adults are needed to continue the ongoing tradition of quality education for children.

Job Opening: Elementary 1 (6-9) - Lead Teacher

Job Description: Fox Valley Montessori School is looking for a qualified Elementary Teacher for the E1 classroom (6-9years old). This position has become available due to internal staff advancement. The E1 Teacher will lead the class in an established Elementary program and will work collaboratively with the E1 and E2 teams. The E1 Teacher will oversee the academic, social, and emotional development of students through the preparation and delivery of a Montessori-based curriculum.

Responsibilities Include: lesson planning, guiding students in their learning activities, fostering a positive and inclusive classroom environment, maintaining open communication with families, and ensuring alignment with the school's philosophy and values. The teacher will also be expected to contribute actively to the school community and attend relevant training sessions.

Benefits Include: paid time off, tuition discounts, and ongoing professional development support. Start date is negotiable.

Qualifications:

- Montessori teaching certification required (in process of obtaining certification will also be considered for best candidates)

- Proven experience in teaching and nurturing young learners

- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, to collaborate with students, families, and staff

- Passion for education with a commitment to the Montessori philosophy

- Ability to create an inclusive, supportive, and engaging educational environment

- Prior experience as an elementary educator is strongly preferred

How To Find Out More?

Call (630) 896-7557 Careers@foxvalleymontessori.org

Fox Valley Montessori School

Founded in 1969, FVMS was established as a not-for-profit corporation in response to the needs of the community. It is a private, nonsectarian school which has been nationally accredited by the American Montessori Society. In fact, our school is among only a select few nationally-accredited Montessori schools in Illinois. Each school is staffed with Montessori trained teachers certified by the American Montessori Society and/or the Association Montessori Internationale. In securing the services of professional and volunteer personnel, the Board strives to secure the person most qualified for the position.

Equal Opportunity Employment Statement

FVMS is an equal opportunity employer. FVMS provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and job applicants. Its hiring, compensation and benefits practices, training, promotions and terminations are administered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, marital status, sexual preference, national origin (or ancestry), age, or physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, genetic information, military status, an unfavorable discharge from military service, or any other status or characteristic protected under federal, state, or local law.

Accredited, Licensed & Trusted

AMS Accredited School

American Montessori Society — the gold standard for authentic Montessori education

DCFS Licensed Toddler Program

Illinois Department of Children & Family Services licensed for ages 15 months – 3 years

ISBE Recognized Non-Public School

Recognized by the Illinois State Board of Education with ISBE-aligned curriculum

Non-Profit Organization

Established in the late 1960s — mission-driven, community-funded, and independent

Nut-Free Facility

A safe, allergy-conscious environment for every child on campus

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