Montessori Teacher
at Satya Prakash Memorial Model High School · Shimla · Apply in under 60 seconds.
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Key facts
- Role
- Montessori Teacher
- School
- Satya Prakash Memorial Model High School
- City
- Shimla
- State
- Himachal Pradesh
- Board
- State Board
- School type
- Secondary
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹4.5L – ₹6.6L per year
- Experience
- 3–5 years
- Posted
- 29 May 2026
- Closing date
- 11 Aug 2026
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Montessori Teacher
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- Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
- Full-time on-roll position — stable contract, not a short engagement.
- Established school — running for 38+ years.
Job description
Overview
Immediate opening: Montessori Teacher at Satya Prakash Memorial Model High School in Shimla, Himachal Pradesh. Open to both seasoned practitioners and early-career candidates with strong potential. About Satya Prakash Memorial Model High School in Shimla, Himachal Pradesh: a secondary institution, established 1988, — a State Board-affiliated school. Known locally for steady academic delivery, a stable faculty base, and a balanced mix of academics, sports, and the arts. 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. Responsibilities:
- Plan and deliver lessons aligned to the school's curriculum and pacing guide.
- Design classwork, homework, and assessments that test understanding and application.
- Maintain student performance records and share regular feedback with parents.
- Take part in academic reviews, faculty meetings, and professional development.
- Mentor students and contribute to the school's co-curricular life. 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. Perks and culture:
- Fair compensation with annual review (₹4.5 LPA – ₹6.6 LPA).
- Stable, full-time engagement with a clear academic calendar.
- Regular PD through internal and external programmes.
- A working culture that takes faculty wellbeing seriously.
- A school that genuinely cares about student outcomes. Hit Apply on this page to put your CV in front of the Satya Prakash Memorial Model High School academic lead. Selected profiles progress to a model class and a conversation with leadership.
Common questions about this role
Can I negotiate the salary at Satya Prakash Memorial Model High School?
Most schools have a defined band per role but the final number is negotiable within it. The strongest levers are recent teaching experience, board expertise, and willingness to take on coordinator/extra-curricular responsibilities.
Are meals provided at school?
Subsidised tea/snacks are common; full meals depend on the school. Boarding schools usually provide meals as part of the package for resident staff.
What is the leave policy?
Schools usually offer 10–18 leaves per year on top of public/school holidays. Earned-leave encashment policies vary — check the offer letter.
How will I know if my application is being reviewed?
You'll get a status notification on School Jobs India (and by email) each time the school updates your application — Shortlisted, Interviewing, Offered or Not selected. Sign in and open "My applications" to see the timeline anytime.
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 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.
Is there a probation period?
Yes — a 3 to 6 month probation is standard in K-12 schools across India. Benefits like PF and gratuity continue to accrue from day one regardless.
Does Satya Prakash Memorial Model High School help with relocation from another city?
Relocation support varies by school. Residential campuses often include free accommodation and meals; day schools may offer a one-time shifting allowance or help with local rental scouting. Confirm the specifics in writing before you accept.
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.
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Key facts about Satya Prakash Memorial Model High School
- Founded
- 1988
- Board
- State Board
- Type
- Secondary
- Student-teacher ratio
- 30:1
The institution had been started as D.A.V. and later on renamed as S.P.M. Model High School in the sweet memory of its founder Sh. Satya Prakash ji in the year 1988. The school is on charitable basis and is providing free school Van facilities to the Nursery students. Full fee concession is granted to all the deserving and underprivileged students such as IRDP and Antodaya students. The school has a very talented faculty mostly having master degrees and someone PhD’s.
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