Southern Montessori School is an independent, non-denominational ELC to Year 9 school. We follow the Montessori philosophy and implement a Montessori curriculum alongside the Australian Curriculum. Maria Montessori's view of education was child centered. It was her intention to develop a method of education that allows children to develop their potential in a non-competitive, nurturing and carefully prepared environment, free of rewards and punishments.
We are currently seeking two passionate Primary School Teachers to join our team—one to teach Cycle 2 (Years 1–3) and one to teach Cycle 3 (Years 4–6).
CORE RESPONSIBILITIES:
Create a safe, healthy, clean and organised learning workplace conducive to learning through the application of Montessori principles and practices
Create a positive, nurturing, and appropriately challenging learning environment which facilitates personalised learning and fosters agency, engagement, choice and independence
Hold high expectations of each student
Implement humanistic intervention strategies so as to guide students to become self-regulated, resilient, responsible and caring members of the school and wider community
Plan, implement and evaluate a high-quality Montessori program that simultaneously addresses all areas of learning as required by State and Commonwealth curriculum guidelines
Prepare and submit unit plans in line with school expectations




Maintain accurate and timely records of student progress and achievement
Develop and implement appropriate evaluation and assessment strategies and procedures including the use of observation as a tool to monitor learning
Uphold the school's vision, mission, philosophy and values and act at all times to ensure that the school's reputation is maintained
Comply with all school policies and procedures
Establish and maintain effective communication with colleagues
Engage in appropriate communication with parents as required
ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS
South Australian Teacher's Registration
Working with Children Check
Mandatory Notification Training (RRHAN-EC Masterclass)
First Aid qualification (incl. CPR)
Protective Practices Training
Montessori experience is considered favourably
Full Position Description is available on our website:
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APPLICATION PROCESS
To apply for this position, please submit the following:
Cover Letter (one page)
Current Curriculum Vitae
Names and Contact details of three referees
Applications should be emailed to the Principal;
Mrs Heather McInerney
Email:
••••@southernmontessori.sa.edu.au
Applications close at 4:00pm Friday 28 August ****
and will be reviewed and advanced as they are received.
Candidates are encouraged to apply at their earliest convenience.
Please note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

📌 Primary School Teacher (Two Positions Available) (Adelaide)
🏢 Southern Montessori School
📍 Adelaide