Employment
Montessori Center of Our Lady is a growing school that places a high value on individuals who are energetic, optimistic, talented, and want to make a difference. We look for people dedicated to the ideals of authentic Montessori education and those willing to learn. We strongly believe that great teachers are our best asset.
If you are interested in joining a team that works toward common goals and supports one another in accomplishing those goals, we want to hear from you! If you're interested in being part of a team that collaborates and shares their knowledge, we want to hear from you! If you are a person that knows our core values and team goals align with your values and needs as a team member, we want to hear from you! We are Team MCOL, where together…we are always better.
Our teachers enjoy well-equipped classrooms, tuition discounts, support for professional development, and competitive salaries and benefits, including health/dental insurance and a retirement plan. We have a beautiful school building on a 291-acre campus called the “Miracle Mile” with access to many acres of land with gardens, walking paths, reflection spots, and wildlife.
Livonia is a quintessential Midwest town less than 20 miles from Detroit, aka, the Motor City. Less than 22 miles away is Windsor, Ontario, Canada. All of these offer ample opportunity for cultural and environmental exploration.
Montessori Center of Our Lady is an equal opportunity employer.
Toddler Lead Teacher
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $19.00 - $21.00 per hour
The Lead Young Children’s Community (toddler) Teacher is responsible for planning and implementing the daily Montessori program for enrolled children. The role includes helping to provide appropriate practices and highquality Montessori education in a manner that fosters the child’s self-construction, ability to persevere a challenge and extend grace and courtesy toward themselves and others. The role is reflective of the Felician Sisters’ Core Values for Ministry (Respect for Human Dignity, Compassion, Justice & Peace, Solidarity with People in Need, and Transformation).
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Qualifications
- High School Diploma (required)
- Teacher must be certified (or willing to become certified) in accordance with the American Montessori Society, Association Montessori International, or North American Montessori Center to teach in a Montessori toddler classroom
- Bachelor or Associate Degree in early childhood education, child development and/or other related fields preferred, or
- Infant and Toddler Child Development Associate (CDA)
- Exemplary leadership, interpersonal, collaborative and planning skills, including classroom management (indoors and outdoors), as well as follow-through in lesson planning, school goals and deadlines
- Interest and ability to effectively support children and their families within MCOL protocols
• Relates to children and adults in a caring and professional manner
• Strives to meet the needs of children and their families within MCOL protocols
- Teacher must learn and use appropriate language for student redirection based on Montessori philosophy tenets
- Ability to work cooperatively and professionally with people in and outside of the classroom
- Ability to respond positively to work direction and guidance from others in a timely manner
- The Lead Teacher shall be a sensitive and mature person who has experience working with young children (18 months – 3 years of age)
- Criminal background check (required)
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Performance Duties
- Have a deep respect and love for young children
- Interact with students through kindness, using positive and compassionate redirection
- Supervise students and maintain order in the school area (indoors and outdoors)
- Positive cooperation with administration, faculty, and staff in supporting and implementing policies, including the disciplinary policies
- Teach the Montessori curriculum and serve as assigned. The duties of the Lead Teacher include: lesson planning, implementing the lesson plan, keeping all required records, submitting on time all necessary reports, records, and progress reports to administration, maintaining a clean and safe classroom and outdoor environment
- Be present each school day to fulfill professional obligations including accessibility to students, parents, other faculty members and administration
- Attendance at open house and parent/teacher conferences and additional meetings as required by the Program Director or Head of School
- Attendance at faculty, committee and in-service meetings, as well as professional development/workshops, during or outside the regular school hours as requested by the Program Director or Head of School
- Acquire all school supplies, books or materials through the administrative team, by use of its official procedures
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Demands (Physical and Special)
- Ability to sit (25%), bend, squat, walk/stand (75%), routinely throughout the day
- Must be able to periodically lift up to 50 lbs.
- Must have functional senses/manual dexterity to carry out the job and communicate effectively
- Knowledge of child development (birth to age three years)
- Knowledge of grammar and spelling for daily verbal and written communication
- Ability to keep confidences regarding staff, parents & children
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Environmental Conditions
- Performs duties with exposure to infectious or communicable diseases inherent to the care of children
- Occasional exposure to loud or unpleasant voices due to unpredictable behavior of children
- Daily exposure to outdoor elements (sun, wind, cold, etc.)
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Stewardship
- Demonstrates adherence to State of Michigan Licensing Rules for Child Care Centers, Great Start to Quality, as well as policies and procedures of The Felician Sisters Child Care Centers, Inc
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Benefits
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
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Schedule
- 8-hour shift
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Ability to commute/relocate
- Livonia, MI 48154: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (required)
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Experience
- Classroom management: 2 years (required)
- Teaching: 3 years (required)
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License/Certification
- Montessori Certification (required)
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Work Location
- In person
Office Manager
The Office Manager at Montessori Center of Our Lady is responsible for quality office management and efficient daily operation of office-related activities, including collection of fees/tuition and record keeping. The role is reflective of the Felician Sisters’ Core Values for Ministry (Respect for Human Dignity, Compassion, Justice & Peace, Solidarity with People in Need, and Transformation).
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Performance Duties
- Provide prompt and courteous reception and information to parents and visitors
- Assume responsibility for efficient office management and supervise administrative staff
- Assist the Program Director with tasks related to day-to-day administration of the facility, health and safety requirements, State of Michigan child care licensing and staff scheduling
- Create email campaigns for parents and staff members informing them of events, fundraisers, activities, etc.
- Work with Program Director and Head of School with enrollment management and scheduling
- Assist with the care of children in special circumstances during the day when need arises
- Maintain accurate tuition accounting for each family and actively enforce tuition policies, including pursuing collections of overdue accounts
- Maintain and update HIPAA-compliant records for both students and staff members
- Reconcile petty cash
- Record payments on account, prepare and make bank deposits
- Place all supply orders and maintain inventory control
- Act as liaison with Felician facilities team
- Maintain files on each child as required for licensing (including emergency and health forms)
- Support the philosophy of the Felician Sisters Child Care Centers, Inc. and Montessori Center of Our Lady by adhering to procedures and established standards of conduct/practices
- Assist with special events, fundraisers, etc., as needed
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Standards and Felician Core Values
- Maintains a working knowledge of Montessori Center of Our Lady, Felician Sisters Child Care Centers, Inc., and State of Michigan Licensing Rules for Child Care Centers
- Complies with the corporate responsibility program, federal, state and licensing requirements in all aspects of job functions
- Understands Felician Core Values for Ministry and incorporates them into daily activities
- The Office Manager ensures that all employees, families, volunteers and vendors are treated in a manner consistent with Felician Core Values: Respect for Human Dignity, Compassion, Solidarity with the Poor, Transformation, and Justice and Peace
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Stewardship
- Demonstrates adherence to State of Michigan Licensing Rules for Child Care Centers, Great Start to Quality, as well as policies and procedures of The Felician Sisters Child Care Centers, Inc
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Job Qualifactions
Education
- High School diploma
Training and Experience
The Office Manager shall be a sensitive and mature person who has experience working in an office setting in addition to the following:
- Experience working with young children
- Relates to children and adults in a caring manner
- Strives to meet the needs of children and their families
- Proficient computer skills including experience with Word, Excel, and Google Drive and willingness to learn other applicable software quickly
- Ability to work independently, managing multiple tasks
- First Aid, CPR and Blood Born Pathogens training
- Effective verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to keep confidences regarding staff, parents, and children
- Exemplary interpersonal, planning and organizational skills
- Protecting God’s Children workshop
Job Knowledge:
- Possess courteous and efficient telephone skills as well as the other skills necessary for operating and managing a complex and busy office
- Knowledge and skills necessary to provide developmentally appropriate care/communication with children
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Physical Demands
- Sitting at desk; walking throughout Center during the day
- Reaching, bending, and lifting when necessary
- Must have functional senses and manual dexterity for use of office equipment and telephone
- Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds under physical demands
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Environmental Conditions
- Performs duties with exposure to infectious or communicable diseases inherent to that of a child care facility
- Occasional exposure to loud or unpleasant voices due to unpredictable behavior of children
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Job Relationships
- Supervised by the Program Director of Montessori Center of Our Lady for overall responsibilities
- Supports the work of the Business Office, Enrollment Manager and Head of School
- Coordinates with other office assistants and volunteers
To apply, please send us your resume, cover letter, and professional references to: Laura Bengel, Head of School ([email protected]), Montessori Center of Our Lady, 14200 Newburgh Road, Livonia, MI 48154.
We look forward to meeting you!
Job Requirements
- A deep respect for children as individuals
- Ability to pass the State of MI background check
- Must be a contributing member of the team
- Must meet specific job duties as described by the job description (shared during the interview)