Middle School Math Teacher

School Profile

Montessori Academy of Broward (MAB) provides a child-centered, developmentally focused education from infancy through 8th grade, nurturing each student’s physical, emotional, social, and cognitive growth. As an American Montessori Society-affiliated school, MAB emphasizes independence, empathy, social justice, and lifelong learning, fostering a joyful environment where students unlock their unique potential and prepare for tomorrow's world. MAB is a member of the International Schools Partnership (ISP), a consortium of high performing international schools located across the globe.

Purpose of the role

Provide high-quality, inclusive instruction that supports each student’s academic, social-emotional, and executive functioning growth. Foster an engaging, well-managed classroom through differentiated teaching, collaboration, and clear communication with families, while ensuring student safety, development, and overall success.

ISP Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality academic instruction tailored to a diverse classroom environment
• Design hands-on, engaging learning experiences that encourage creativity, critical thinking, and real-world application.
• Support students in developing executive functioning skills such as organization, time management, responsibility, independence, and self-motivation.
• Promote social-emotional growth by guiding students in grace and courtesy, collaboration, leadership, conflict resolution, and respect for others.
• Differentiate instruction to meet the diverse needs, interests, and readiness levels of all learners.
• Utilize best practices in classroom management and provide behavioral interventions to maintain a supportive, low-disruption learning environment.
• Supervise students throughout the school day, including transitions, lunch, outdoor play, field trips, and dismissal, ensuring safety and well-being.
• Observe students regularly and maintain accurate records of academic, behavioral, and developmental progress to inform instruction.
• Maintain clear, professional, and consistent communication with families regarding student progress and classroom activities.
• Collaborate with assistants, specialists, and colleagues to support student success and effective classroom operations.
• Participate in school events, staff meetings, professional development, and parent conferences as an active member of the school community.
• Demonstrate professionalism, flexibility, and a commitment to continuous growth and lifelong learning.

Skills

Skills, Qualifications and Experience

• Excellent classroom management and organizational skills
• Ability to facilitate inquiry-based, project-based, and collaborative learning experiences
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and observational skills
• Knowledge of Montessori principles and the developmental needs of middle school-aged children
• Ability to foster student independence, leadership, and accountability
• Ability to differentiate instruction and support a variety of learning styles and developmental needs
• Collaborative and team-oriented mindset

Qualifications

• Required: Bachelor’s degree in Education or related field
• Preferred: Montessori certification (AMS, AMI, MACTE, or equivalent)
• CPR and First Aid certification preferred

Experience

• Experience teaching middle schools aged students preferred
• Experience facilitating project-based, inquiry-driven, or experiential learning opportunities
• Experience collaborating with families, educational teams, and support staff

Physical Requirements: The usual and customary methods of performing the job’s functions require the following physical demands: some lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling. Generally, the job requires sitting, walking, and standing.

Benefits: We offer a benefits package for eligible employees that can include health benefits, retirement contributions, and paid time off.

E-Verify Participation: ISP U.S. participates in E-Verify and will provide the Federal Government with your form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

Florida Background Check Process with Clearinghouse: The Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse (Clearinghouse) is a system for background screening results of individuals required by law to undergo screening for employment in positions that provide services to vulnerable populations, as mandated by section 435.12, Florida Statutes. All background checks are conducted via the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse. More details can be found via

ISP Principles

Begin with our children and students . Our children and students are at the heart of what we do. Simply, their success is our success. Wellbeing and safety are both essential for learners and learning. Therefore, we are consistent in identifying potential safeguarding

and Health & Safety issues and acting and following up on all concerns appropriately.

Treat everyone with care and respect . We look after one another, embrace similarities and differences and promote the well-being of self and others.

Operate effectively. We focus relentlessly on the things that are most important and will make the most difference. We apply school policies and procedures and embody the shared ideas of our community.

Are financially responsible. We make financial choices carefully based on the needs of the children, students and our schools.

Learn continuously. Getting better is what drives us. We positively engage with personal and professional development and school improvement.

ISP Commitment to Safeguarding Principles

ISP is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All post holders are subject to appropriate vetting procedures, including an online due diligence search, references and satisfactory Criminal Background Checks or equivalent covering the previous 10 years’ employment history.

ISP Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging

ISP is committed to strengthening our inclusive culture by identifying, hiring, developing, and retaining high-performing teammates regardless of gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation and gender expression, age, disability status, neurodivergence, socio-economic background or other demographic characteristics. Candidates who share our vision and principles and are interested in contributing to the success of ISP through this role are strongly encouraged to apply.