Montessori Teacher
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Key facts
- Role
- Montessori Teacher
- School
- Eklavya Model Residential School, Suntoley, Sikkim
- City
- South Sikkim
- State
- Sikkim
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹3.2L – ₹3.3L per year
- Experience
- 1–4 years
- Posted
- 16 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 19 Aug 2026
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Montessori Teacher salary in South Sikkim — snapshot
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- CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
- Full-time on-roll position — stable contract, not a short engagement.
Job description
Overview
Applications are invited for a Montessori Teacher at Eklavya Model Residential School, Suntoley, Sikkim in South Sikkim, Sikkim. A long-term, full-time engagement aligned with the school's commitment to consistent delivery. School profile: Eklavya Model Residential School, Suntoley, Sikkim in South Sikkim, Sikkim — a senior secondary setup, established 2017, — a CBSE-affiliated school. Recognised for structured academic planning, regular parent engagement, and a deliberate culture of student mentorship. Role: as Montessori Teacher, you own day-to-day classroom delivery for the assigned grades and sections — lesson planning, teaching, assessment design, and student feedback within the school's academic framework. Core responsibilities:
- Teach assigned classes per the published timetable.
- Plan units, lessons, and assessments using school templates.
- Track attendance, performance, and behaviour; act on early warnings.
- Engage with parents through structured PTMs and informal check-ins.
- Take part in the school's PD calendar and observation cycles. Qualifications and skills:
- Graduation in the subject with a recognised teaching qualification.
- Demonstrated classroom delivery with the relevant age group.
- Clear understanding of formative and summative assessment design.
- Ability to collaborate within a subject team on shared plans.
- Punctuality, professionalism, and a strong sense of ownership. Why join us:
- Predictable, on-time monthly compensation (₹3.2 LPA – ₹3.3 LPA).
- Reasonable workload with planned holidays per the calendar.
- Real ownership of your subject/function from day one.
- A leadership team that listens, supports, and gives credit.
- A campus that respects educators as professionals. Submit your application online from this page to be considered by Eklavya Model Residential School, Suntoley, Sikkim. Interview slots are scheduled after profile review, typically inside five to seven working days.
Common questions about this role
What qualifications are required for a Montessori Teacher?
Most Montessori Teacher roles require a relevant Bachelor's/Master's in the subject plus a B.Ed (or equivalent teacher-training qualification). Specific board requirements (CTET, IB workshops, IGCSE training) may also apply.
Is B.Ed mandatory for this role?
For most K-12 teaching positions in India a B.Ed (or NIOS D.El.Ed for primary) is preferred and often required by board affiliations. Some pre-primary and special-skill roles accept relevant certification in lieu.
What arrangements are there for women teachers' commute and safety?
Most reputable schools in South Sikkim run staff transport (bus or shared cab) covering the main residential clusters, with women-first drop after evening duties. On-campus, ICC (Internal Complaints Committee) compliance is standard. Confirm the route map and the last drop time during the interview.
When does the school want the joining date to be?
Most school roles aim for a joining around the start of the next academic month or term. Once shortlisted, the school will agree a realistic date based on your notice period.
Is English fluency required?
Yes — instruction is in English at most CBSE schools. Comfortable English communication for classroom delivery and parent meetings is expected.
How big are the classes?
Class sizes in Indian K-12 schools usually fall in the 25–40 student range. Premium IB/IGCSE schools often cap sections at 22–25.
Are detailed lesson plans expected?
Most schools expect weekly lesson plans submitted to the coordinator/HOD, plus unit plans at the start of each term. Templates are usually provided.
What does a typical day look like?
School days usually run 7.5–8 hours with 5–6 teaching periods, plus prep, lunch and one or two non-teaching duties (homework checks, library, club). Saturdays vary by school.
Do I have to work weekends?
Most day schools follow a 6-day or 5.5-day week with Sundays off. Occasional Saturdays may go to events, parent meetings, or PD sessions.
What is the average Montessori Teacher salary in South Sikkim?
Check the "Salary snapshot" section above for the entry / typical / senior band tailored to Montessori Teacher roles in South Sikkim. As a rough anchor, city tier and board affiliation move the number by 20-40% — IB and Cambridge schools sit at the top, state-board privates at the base.
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Key facts about Eklavya Model Residential School, Suntoley, Sikkim
- Founded
- 2017
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- Amar Kanti Jana
- Affiliation #
- 1820354
Eklavya Model Residential School, Suntoley, Sikkim is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2017, located in South Sikkim, Sikkim.
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