Montessori Teacher
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Key facts
- Role
- Montessori Teacher
- School
- St. Thomas Residential School
- City
- Itanagar
- State
- Arunachal Pradesh
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Secondary
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹3.5L – ₹3.6L per year
- Experience
- 1–5 years
- Posted
- 29 May 2026
- Closing date
- 10 Aug 2026
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- Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
- CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
- Full-time on-roll position — stable contract, not a short engagement.
Job description
Overview
We are looking for a Montessori Teacher to join St. Thomas Residential School in Itanagar, Arunachal Pradesh. You will work alongside an experienced team that takes student outcomes seriously. St. Thomas Residential School is a secondary campus in Itanagar, Arunachal Pradesh — a CBSE-affiliated school. Day-to-day work is anchored in curriculum maps, defined assessment cycles, and faculty review built into the calendar. Context: the Montessori Teacher works inside the academic team and reports into the section head. The role is full-time and aligned with the published calendar, including assessment windows and parent meetings. Day to day, you will:
- Prepare lesson plans against the published syllabus.
- Run well-paced classroom sessions for assigned grades.
- Set and evaluate quizzes, unit tests, projects, and term papers.
- Hold PTMs and respond to parent communication promptly.
- Collaborate with the subject group on shared planning and assessments. 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 (₹3.5 LPA – ₹3.6 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. Apply through the platform using the button above; your profile lands with St. Thomas Residential School instantly. Candidates who meet the brief are invited for interviews within the week.
Common questions about this role
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 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 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.
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.
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.
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 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.
How much experience do I need for this Montessori Teacher role?
The required experience is shown in the "Key facts" panel above. Schools also consider relevant internships, board-prep training and student-teaching when evaluating early-career candidates.
How do I write an application email for this Montessori Teacher role?
Keep it three short paragraphs: (1) subject line "Montessori Teacher application — St. Thomas Residential School"; (2) one paragraph on your qualifications and current role; (3) one paragraph on why St. Thomas Residential School and your earliest joining date. Attach a PDF resume and any teaching-credentials scans.
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Key facts about St. Thomas Residential School
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Secondary
- Student-teacher ratio
- 30:1
St. Thomas Residential School is a secondary affiliated to CBSE, located in Itanagar, Arunachal Pradesh. Classes follow a 30:1 student–teacher ratio.
St. Thomas Residential School is a Private, Secondary school and also a Boarding School situated at Itanagar, Arunachal Pradesh, East India.
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