Montessori Teacher
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Key facts
- Role
- Montessori Teacher
- School
- Goethals Memorial School
- City
- Darjeeling
- State
- West Bengal
- Board
- CISCE
- School type
- Senior Secondary
- Employment type
- Part Time
- Salary
- ₹4.5L – ₹9.3L per year
- Experience
- 1–3 years
- Posted
- 25 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 3 Sept 2026
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Montessori Teacher
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- Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
- Established school — running for 119+ years.
Job description
Overview
Goethals Memorial School requires a Montessori Teacher in Darjeeling, West Bengal for the upcoming academic year. A full-time role with reasonable workload expectations and clear deliverables. Goethals Memorial School in Darjeeling, West Bengal functions as a senior secondary institution — a ICSE / CISCE-affiliated school, established 1907,. The leadership team is closely involved in academic planning and faculty support, with a sharp focus on classroom impact. About the role: the Montessori Teacher runs end-to-end subject delivery — planning, classroom teaching, formative and summative assessments, parent communication, and participation in academic review meetings. 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. Candidate requirements:
- Graduate/Post-graduate with a teaching qualification (B.Ed./D.El.Ed. as relevant).
- Confident classroom presence and structured communication.
- Familiarity with the school's curriculum framework and assessment patterns.
- Willingness to plan thoroughly and accept peer/leader feedback.
- Genuine interest in students' academic and personal growth. Benefits and culture:
- Salary in line with experience and market norms (₹4.5 LPA – ₹9.3 LPA).
- Structured calendar with reasonable workload expectations.
- Professional development through workshops and internal training.
- A collaborative staff culture with clear leadership backing.
- Stable, full-time employment at a settled school. Complete your application through this page with your latest CV and references. The recruitment desk at Goethals Memorial School reviews every profile that arrives via the platform.
Common questions about this role
Is B.Ed mandatory for this role?
Yes, for board-affiliated school teaching roles a B.Ed is generally required. Exceptions exist for very experienced subject experts and for play-school/early-years specialists.
How much experience do I need for this Montessori Teacher role?
Refer to the experience range posted on this page. If you're close to the minimum, apply with a strong demo lesson plan or portfolio — many schools flex by ±1 year for the right candidate.
What is the salary for this Montessori Teacher role?
Refer to the salary range posted on this page. Most schools negotiate within this band based on your last drawn CTC and relevant experience.
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.
Do staff get fee concession for their children?
Most reputable schools have a staff-child fee concession policy. Eligibility, percentage and number of children covered vary — ask HR for the written policy.
How big are the classes?
Section sizes typically range from 25 to 40 students. The school will confirm exact section size during the interview based on the grade you'll teach.
How will I know if my application is being reviewed?
Every status change (viewed, shortlisted, interview scheduled, offered) is pushed to your dashboard and email. Turn on job alerts for the same role in the same city so you don't lose momentum if this one pauses.
Is background verification done before joining?
Yes — most schools run document and reference verification, and many use third-party background checks. Keep your last 2–3 employer references and original certificates ready.
Is the salary CTC or in-hand?
Most Indian schools quote annual CTC. In-hand is typically 85–90% of CTC after PF, professional tax and (where applicable) income tax — exact deductions are confirmed at offer stage.
What is the average Montessori Teacher salary in Darjeeling?
Refer to the on-page "Salary snapshot" for the current market band. Broadly, Montessori Teacher pay in Darjeeling varies with years of experience (each 3-year block adds roughly 15-25%), board (IB > CBSE > state), and school size — the linked full pay report breaks these out further.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 3
Goethals Memorial School
Key facts about Goethals Memorial School
- Founded
- 1907
- Board
- CISCE
- Type
- Senior Secondary
- Student-teacher ratio
- 25:1
The vision of Goethals Memorial School is to bring in a sense of social justice among it's pupils & enable them to become better citizens in the near future. The Christian Brothers have bought in compassion, inclusion & empathy towards the pupils through education. The school stands for secular ideals & the pursuit of enlightenment as it's path to a renaissance in the field of modern education. The school stands for unity in diversity.
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