Thank you for expressing interest in The Von Wedel Montessori School. We are always on the lookout for excited, enthusiastic, and energetic applicants interested in sharing in our vision of the Montessori experience.
Our teaching staff currently focuses on the needs of children between 18 months and 9 years of age, and divides into two main groupings: Leads (Directresses) and Assistants. At Von Wedel, Lead Teachers need to be Montessorians hailing from the American Montessori Society, the Association Montessori Internationale, or another program recognized by the Montessori Accreditation Council for Teacher Education (MACTE). All are dedicated to Montessori’s principles as set forth over a hundred years ago and are deeply committed carrying Maria’s message into the here and now.
In contrast, while we encourage our Assistant Teachers to follow our Leads in terms of Montessori schooling, much of that training often begins after employment at Von Wedel. (Montessori certification is not a necessary pre-requisite.) It is important to realize, however, that Montessori education is essential to understanding the nature and manner of presentation of our various lessons. As such, assistants wishing to remain as part of Von Wedel’s program must prepare to explore Montessori training within the first year of employment.
Whether applying to Lead or Assist, all of Von Wedel’s teachers are required to meet and exceed the state of Florida’s minimum standards regarding child care. This includes maintaining an active Florida Staff Credential; completing DCF’s designated 40-clock-hours of Introductory Child Care training and 5-clock-hours of Early Literacy and Language Development; current Pediatric First Aid/CPR, and OSHA training; and completing 10-clock-hours of Annual In-service training between July 1 and June 30 of each year.
Again, we thank you for your interest in Von Wedel and invite all qualified educators to print and fill out our Application for Employment. The completed Application should be attached to a current resume and submitted to the school’s main office by fax, (305) 893-1893, email, info@vonwedelmontessori.com, or post, 1235 NE 118th Street (Miami, FL 33161).