Duties and Responsibilities
· Support the lead teacher on implement Montessori programs that support and promote the physical, cognitive, emotional and social development of children as per the sensitive periods of Maria Montessori and the Montessori philosophy and pedagogy.
· Support the Lead Teacher in creating the Montessori environment and philosophy of teaching/practical life /sensorial vocabulary /language/ biology/math /geography
· Guide and encourage children in the development of independence through the practical life activities and independent self-help skills.
· Engage children in using the Montessori material designed by Maria Montessori under the supervision of the Montessori Lead Teacher.
· Using the Montessori classroom management by exposing the children in learning to work and engage in meaningful activities.
· Guide and encourage children in maintaining a prepared Montessori environment, including the care of classroom plants, tablecloths, and other classroom materials as part of developing responsibility and independence.
· Encourage children to express creativity through art, dramatic play, music and physical activity.
· Observe and monitor children's developmental progress, identifying potential learning, social, emotional, or behavioural concerns, and document observations for discussion with the Lead Teacher.
· Participate actively in staff meetings, professional development sessions, and school-wide initiatives.
· Assist in maintaining a clear, respectful, and timely communication with parents by providing updates on children's progress, daily routines, classroom activities, observations, and photographs in accordance with school policies.