Montessori Kindergarten Teacher

About the School / Company

This international Montessori kindergarten is located in the beautiful East Taihu Lake Suzhou Bay in the central area of Wujiang Taihu New Town. Founded by a couple of overseas returnees it is a member school of the American Montessori Society (AMS) a member of the Chinese affiliated association of the International Montessori Association and a member school of the Montessori Association of Utah USA. It is the only pure Montessori kindergarten in Suzhou where all teachers hold AMS or AMI certification. The campus covers 15 acres with a building area of approximately 10000 square meters an outdoor activity area of more than 7000 square meters and an investment of nearly 100 million yuan. Facilities include nearly 20 large-scale open teaching activity rooms constant temperature floor heating fresh air and air purification systems a 400 square meter indoor gymnasium with 7.5-meter-high ceilings an outdoor ecological farm a sky garden library a Chinese and foreign culture and science experience hall and a professional music classroom.

Curriculum Overview

The kindergarten adheres to the tenet of "Education for LIFE" and relies on the Montessori education method as its core philosophy.

Individualized and group lessons based on authentic Montessori pedagogy

Five key learning areas: practical life sensorial language math and cultural

English immersion through natural everyday communication

Focus on social-emotional cognitive and motor skill development using Montessori materials

Child-centered approach that nurtures independence curiosity and holistic development

This curriculum draws on the essence of both Chinese and Western education to cultivate young global citizens with humanistic feelings scientific pursuits and an international vision.

Position Overview

The Montessori Kindergarten Teacher will prepare and maintain an authentic Montessori classroom environment for children aged 2 to 6. This role involves conducting individualized and group lessons observing and documenting child progress and working alongside bilingual assistants and local teachers. The teacher will foster a respectful inclusive and peaceful classroom community while promoting English language acquisition through immersion.

Working Hours

Monday to Friday

40 hours per week

Breaks scheduled according to daily routines

Class Structure

Student age: 2 to 6 years old

Authentic Montessori classroom environment

Teaching team per class:

o Montessori Kindergarten Teacher

o Bilingual Assistant

o Local Teacher

Key Responsibilities

Prepare and maintain an authentic Montessori classroom environment covering practical life sensorial language math and cultural areas

Conduct individualized and group lessons based on Montessori pedagogy

Observe and document childrens progress adapting methods to meet developmental needs

Guide children in developing social-emotional cognitive and motor skills through Montessori materials

Promote English language acquisition through immersive natural communication

Work with bilingual assistants and local teachers to ensure a cohesive learning experience

Communicate regularly with parents through meetings and progress reports

Cultivate a respectful inclusive and peaceful classroom community

Uphold Montessori standards of order cleanliness and child autonomy

Participate in all kindergarten activities including marketing events like open days

Requirements

Requirements

Native English speaker

Bachelors degree preferably in Early Childhood Education or a related field

TESOL or TEFL certificate

Teaching experience preferred

Alignment with Montessori principles and child-centered philosophy

Benefits

Salary & Benefits

Salary: Competitive based on experience and qualifications

To be discussed during interview process

Additional benefits available upon inquiry