Primary Guide

● Joyfully live and share our Catholic faith with our students and families.

● Collaborate with the director and other primary teachers in maintaining an exceptional Primary

program.

● Be Montessori Certified and implement the Montessori approach to education in the teaching, lesson

planning, observation, record keeping, assessments, and daily routines of the classroom.

● Implement Positive Discipline in the Montessori classroom and collaborate with other staff in creating a

positive Montessori environment.

● Maintain professional and regular correspondence with families through home visits prior to the start of

the school year for new students, weekly emails, photo albums, conversations with parents at drop off

and dismissal, phone calls, in person meetings, spring and fall conferences, and occasional workshops

throughout the year.

● Inform and instruct aides and assistants in the Montessori approach (as needed)

● Ensure the safety and direct supervision of children at all times.

● Become familiar with SMA Handbook, procedures, policies, and licensing regulations.

● Participate in professional development, staff meetings, evaluations, and all school events.