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Montessori Teacher

at Roots Country School · Shimla · Apply in under 60 seconds.

₹2.9L – ₹5.7L / yr2–6 yrsCloses 11 Jul 6 days left
Shimla, himachal-pradesh-boarding-schools shimlacontractPosted 39d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary

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Key facts

Role
Montessori Teacher
School
Roots Country School
City
Shimla
State
himachal-pradesh-boarding-schools shimla
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary
Employment type
Contract
Salary
₹2.9L – ₹5.7L per year
Experience
2–6 years
Posted
27 May 2026
Closing date
11 Jul 20267 days left

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Pay benchmark

Montessori Teacher salary in Shimla — snapshot

Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.

Entry / low
₹2.9L
per year
Typical
₹4.3L
per year
Senior / high
₹5.7L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

How to apply

Apply for Montessori Teacher at Roots Country School

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Why apply

  • Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
  • CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
  • Established school — running for 23+ years.
What you'll do

Job description

Overview

Immediate opening: Montessori Teacher at Roots Country School in Shimla, himachal-pradesh-boarding-schools shimla. Open to both seasoned practitioners and early-career candidates with strong potential. Roots Country School in Shimla, himachal-pradesh-boarding-schools shimla functions as a senior secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 2003,. The leadership team is closely involved in academic planning and faculty support, with a sharp focus on classroom impact. Position: as Montessori Teacher, you are a core member of the academic team — structured teaching, regular planning, assessment design, and student mentorship across the academic year. What you will do:

  • Own subject delivery across the assigned classes.
  • Differentiate instruction so mixed-ability classrooms see steady progress.
  • Design classroom assessments and support the examination cycle.
  • Maintain academic records on the school's ERP.
  • Support events, exhibitions, and parent meetings as needed. Ideal candidate — you have:
  • A strong academic background in the subject and a teaching qualification.
  • Prior classroom experience at the relevant grade level.
  • Patience, clarity, and a calm approach to classroom situations.
  • Grade-appropriate written and spoken English.
  • The discipline to plan, document, and review your own teaching. Compensation and environment:
  • Salary structured fairly across roles (₹2.9 LPA – ₹5.7 LPA).
  • A calendar that respects academic delivery and personal time.
  • Internal training, peer observation, and external workshops.
  • A calm, professional, student-centred campus culture.
  • Real backing from the leadership team when it matters. Apply now using this listing, and your CV reaches the Roots Country School hiring team within minutes. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis; expect a response inside one working week.

Common questions about this role

Is school transport available for staff?

Many schools offer staff bus service on their main routes, either free or at a nominal fee. Availability depends on whether your home is near a school route — confirm with HR.

What is the average Montessori Teacher salary in Shimla?

Check the "Salary snapshot" section above for the entry / typical / senior band tailored to Montessori Teacher roles in Shimla. 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.

Is this a remote / work-from-home opportunity?

School roles are on-site by default — classroom teaching and student supervision require physical presence. Online tutoring openings are tagged separately on School Jobs India.

What kind of professional development is offered?

Most schools run weekly/monthly in-house PD sessions on pedagogy and assessment. Funded external workshops (board-specific or subject-specific) are offered to teachers in good standing.

Is this a contract or permanent role?

This is listed as a contract role. The exact contract term and renewal terms are confirmed at offer stage.

Is this a fixed-term or open-ended contract?

This is a contract engagement — the offer letter will state the duration and renewal terms. Most school contracts run one academic year and are renewable subject to performance.

Is accommodation provided?

Accommodation is not standard for day-school roles — confirm details with the Principal's office during the interview.

What questions are asked in a Montessori Teacher interview?

Typical rounds cover self-introduction, why teaching, classroom-management scenarios, subject/syllabus knowledge, and one differentiation scenario. Scroll to "Interview questions & answers" below for six sample questions with model answers tuned for Montessori Teacher roles in Shimla.

Will I get PF and statutory benefits?

Most registered schools enrol staff in EPF from day one and pay statutory gratuity. ESI cover applies if your gross is within the eligibility limit at joining.

I'm serving notice — should I still apply?

Absolutely — schools regularly hire candidates on notice. Be upfront about your release date so interview scheduling and the offer timeline can be aligned.

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About the school

Roots Country School

Key facts about Roots Country School

Key facts
Founded
2003
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary
Student-teacher ratio
15:1
Address
Trimount View, Baghi, Teh, Kotkhai, Shimla, Himachal Pradesh, Trimount View, Baghi, Teh, Kotkhai, Shimla, Himachal Pradesh, Shimla, himachal-pradesh-boarding-schools shimla, 171225

Roots Country School is a senior secondary affiliated to CBSE, established in 2003, located in Shimla, himachal-pradesh-boarding-schools shimla. Classes follow a 15:1 student–teacher ratio.

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Pre-Primary interview questions and answers — model answers, demo lesson plan, and what CBSE panels actually ask.

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