We are hiring for the following positions:
- Middle School English Language Arts (ELA) Teacher
Position Overview
Erdkinder Teachers provide quality middle school instruction rooted in the Montessori philosophy and aligned with state and national standards. This program is strategically designed to help students transition from the Montessori classrooms to a traditional setting for high school. Erdkinder Teachers use a variety of assessment strategies, including diagnostic, formative and summative, to inform instructional decisions and increase student self-management of learning.
Licensure and Certification Requirements
Minnesota grade 5-8 teaching license in appropriate subject area.
Education and Experience Preferences
Prior successful experience student teaching or teaching.
Demonstrated continued professional development through coursework, research, peer collaboration and/or job-embedded staff development.
Salary
$32,000 – $52,000
- Librarian/Library Aide – open Fall 2025
Position Overview
The Librarian provides quality instruction and support to students and staff while managing the library in all regards. The Librarian ensures smooth and efficient operation of the library and sets daily priorities based on knowledge of the overall function of the library and performs work as required or assigned.
Licensure and Certification Requirements
High School Diploma
Demonstrated ability to work with children
Education and Experience Preferences
Prior successful experience in a school library
Library Media Specialist Certificate or equivalent
Salary
$15.19/hour
- Classroom Assistant
Position Overview
Classroom assistants work with the lead teacher to ensure that children have an authentic Montessori experience. They help prepare and maintain an orderly, attractive, and joyful environment that allows for freedom and the development of responsibility. They regularly observe the students and share reflections with the guide. Classroom assistants are also crucial in modeling courteous and respectful behavior as well as contributing to the warm, supportive, and calm environment of a Bluffview Montessori classroom.
Licensure and Certification Requirements
Valid CPR/First Aid/Anaphylaxis certification or ability to acquire it.
Minimum high school diploma.
Education and Experience Preferences
Demonstrated ability to work with children.
Crisis Prevention and Intervention certification or ability to acquire it.
Salary
$15.19/hour
Possible benefits include: Dental Insurance, Employee Discount, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, Retirement Plan, Tuition Reimbursement.
We are hiring for the following substitute positions:
- Substitute para professionals are always needed (minimum of 60 post secondary credits required OR successful completion of Para Pro Test – can arrange to complete test with the school).
- Substitute teachers are always needed (license required).
- Substitute teacher assistants are always needed (minimum of high school diploma required).
- Substitute kitchen assistants.
To apply for these positions with our school, please submit a completed application and resume, along with a copy of your license if required, to:
Sherry Lohmeyer
1321 Gilmore Avenue
Winona, MN 55987
slohmeyer@bluffviewmontessori.org