Montessori Teacher

JOB DESCRIPTION – MONTESSORI TEACHER

The Montessori Teacher is responsible to the Room Leader and Managers.

Duties will include:

Adhering to the Policies & Procedures of CMDN and compliance with the Children Act, Health and Safety legislation, EYFS and Montessori method of teaching and within the guidelines of Ofsted. Ensuring confidentiality is maintained in the nursery.

Working as part of a team.

The care and supervision of the children with regard to their physical, emotional and intellectual needs.

The planning and preparation of activities, to meet children's individual needs, liaising with parents and negotiating working targets ensuring effective communication within the nursery.

Offering all children equal opportunities with regard to their religious persuasion, racial origins, gender, disabilities, cultural or linguistic background; in particular, challenging situations where racism or discrimination is displayed.

Keeping of development records and observations.

Positive management of children's behaviour.

Preparation, care, cleanliness and maintenance of the playrooms and equipment.

Supervision and effective mentoring of Nursery Assistants and Students.

Providing a good role model for Nursery Assistants and Students and helping new staff to fit into the nursery.

Keeping and monitoring accident, incident and risk assessment records.

Supervision of meals and mealtimes.

Laundry duties.

Attendance of staff meetings as arranged by the Managers.

Participating in regular parents' evenings, publicity, open weekends and children's outings. Any other duties appropriate to the post as directed by the Managers.