Barrie School is a progressive independent school that inspires excellence, intrinsic motivation, and responsibility through innovation in learning. Serving a diverse and inclusive student body, our intentional educational throughline—from Montessori (12 months to Grade 5) to Project-Based Learning (Grade 6 to Grade 12)—cultivates learning that lasts. Our challenging educational experiences unlock intrinsic motivation and innovation in both students and faculty. And our community fosters a deep sense of belonging and honors student voice and responsibility. All of this comes together to create engaged citizens with diverse and inclusive worldviews who are confident to be and advocate for themselves.

Located in Silver Spring, Maryland, Barrie School provides an extraordinary learning environment integrating local, national and global educational opportunities. Our 45-acre campus is home to the world-renowned Barrie Institute for Advanced Montessori Studies—one of the largest school-based teacher training programs in the country—and Barrie Camp, a Washington, D.C. area tradition since the 1950s.  

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Empowering individuals to expand their intellectual abilities, develop creative talents, and discover their passions to make a positive impact in a rapidly changing world.
Founded:  1932 Headquartered:  Silver Spring, MD
Phone:  (301) 576-2800 Website:  www.barrie.org
Upper Elementary Montessori Lead Teacher
Location:
13500 Layhill Road
Silver Spring, MD 20906
United States of America
Department:
Upper Elem
Full/Part Time:
Full Time
Workplace Type:
In Person
Years of Experience:
2 - 5 Years
Level of Education:
Bachelor's Degree
Shift:
Description:

Barrie School seeks an AMS or AMI-certified Elementary II Lead Teacher for the 2024-2025 school year. This person will be responsible for presenting the Upper Elementary Montessori curriculum (grades four through six) to students, participating in parent education and conferences, record-keeping, assessment, student interviews, Open Houses, and other tasks as assigned by the Head of the Lower School.

The mission of Barrie School is to empower individuals to expand their intellectual abilities, develop their creative talents, and discover their passions to make a positive impact in a rapidly changing world. Barrie Montessori teachers embody the school’s values of: 

  • Respect for Self, Each Other, and the Environment

  • Academic Excellence

  • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

  • Active Learning

  • Student Voice and Responsibility

Skills:

We specifically seek candidates with the following knowledge, skills, and abilities:

  • Demonstrated knowledge and skill in instructional principles, methods, and techniques of our Montessori program.

  • Ability to effectively teach to various students’ academic needs, interests, abilities, and dispositions.

  • Ability to provide culturally responsive classroom management that treats children with unconditional positive regard.

  • Ability to develop positive and trusting relationships with parents, while maintaining strict student/family confidentiality.

  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships as a positive team member within a professional learning community.

  • Demonstrated skills in computer literacy, educational technology, and online assessments.

  • Ability and willingness to develop and participate in school functions, including but not limited to open houses, orientation meetings, parent education, school-wide activities, retreats, and special events.

 

Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree

  • AMS or AMI Elementary II Credential

  • Minimum of 2-5 years of elementary teaching experience

  • Proven track record of arriving on time, contributing to the delivery and support of the full complement of Montessori lessons and extensions for the program level, record-keeping, and working within the program and with Barrie resources to ensure student progress and success

  • A commitment to working with children and supporting colleagues and potential interns every day throughout the school year.

Language Requirements:
Manages Others:
No
Travel Required:
Pay Range:
to per
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