Summary

Full-time teaching position for 7th-12th grade students at a small, public Montessori school in southeast Minnesota. Content includes all social studies topics as well as elective coursework. Ideal candidates have an MN teaching license, experience in education, and experience in Montessori and are ready to do more than teach the curriculum. Teachers at Montessori schools are mentors, guides, and curators.

Description

Job Description: Secondary Social Studies

This position is for someone who’s looking to be more than teacher. This position is for a program guide, mentor, and creator. This position involves appreciating technology and nature to show teenagers how beautiful the world is. As an employee of La Crescent Montessori & STEM School, teachers have the ability and the autonomy to make decisions that will have real impact on the students' lives and academic careers.  Teachers at LMSS also have the opportunity to serve on the school’s Board of Directors.

 

Qualifications

Candidates will hold a Minnesota Teaching License in Secondary Social Studies.  Preferred candidates will be Montessori certified. Candidates who are not currently Montessori certified must be willing to become certified. Qualified candidates are self-motivated, not afraid to ask questions, honest, self directed, timely and innovative. LMSS recgonizes the beauty of diversity and encourages diverse educators to apply.

 

Institution Description

La Crescent Montessori & STEM School (LMSS) is a Pre-K through 12 charter school located in southeast Minnesota.  Our small, family-like atmosphere encourages students to become lifelong learners.  LMSS utilizes the Montessori philosophy with an emphasis on STEM subjects.  While academia is certainly important, LMSS also recognizes the importance of developing the whole child, which includes their civic duties, their independence, their regard for themselves, others and the environment, and their passion for future endeavors.

 

Vision statement of LMSS

The vision of La Crescent Montessori & STEM School is to develop self-assured, lifelong learners who are compassionate, globally minded, and empowered to positively impact the world.

 

Mission statement of LMSS

The mission of La Crescent Montessori & STEM School is to prepare outstanding Montessori environments with integrated STEM education and rigorous academics, which foster independence, self-assurance, collaboration, and connections to the global community and provide experiences that promote curiosity, inquiry and engagement.  LMSS’ approach is guided by the principles of AMS Montessori education. 

 

Application Instructions

Please send a resume and three references to Kate@LaCrescentMontessori.com.  Please call with any questions at 507-895-4054.