Primary School Teacher (Two positions available)

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 environment 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 here.

Application Instructions

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: careers@southernmontessori.sa.edu.au

Applications close at 4:00pm Friday 28 August 2026 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.