Montessori Teacher
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Key facts
- Role
- Montessori Teacher
- School
- Thamarai International School
- City
- Kotagiri
- State
- Tamil Nadu
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹4.0L – ₹6.8L per year
- Experience
- 2–6 years
- Posted
- 2 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 1 Aug 2026
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Montessori Teacher salary in Kotagiri — snapshot
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Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.
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Why apply
- 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
Join the faculty at Thamarai International School as a Montessori Teacher in Kotagiri, Tamil Nadu. The school maintains high academic standards alongside a collaborative, professional staff culture. Thamarai International School is a senior secondary campus in Kotagiri, Tamil Nadu — a CBSE-affiliated school. Day-to-day work is anchored in curriculum maps, defined assessment cycles, and faculty review built into the calendar. Details: a hands-on teaching role with clear classroom responsibilities. The Montessori Teacher is expected to plan rigorously, teach with energy, assess fairly, and contribute to school life. 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. What we offer:
- Competitive, on-time salary (₹4.0 LPA – ₹6.8 LPA).
- Defined working hours aligned with the school timetable.
- Investment in your growth — training, mentorship, peer learning.
- A respectful work environment focused on outcomes.
- Access to school resources, libraries, labs, and digital tools. Apply through the platform using the button above; your profile lands with Thamarai International School instantly. Candidates who meet the brief are invited for interviews within the week.
Common questions about this role
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.
Can I negotiate the salary at Thamarai International 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.
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.
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's the interview process like for this teaching role?
Typical schools run a screening call → a demo class (15–30 minutes for the relevant grade) → a panel interview with the Principal/HOD. Some boards also ask for a written response or a sample lesson plan.
What is the average Montessori Teacher salary in Kotagiri?
Check the "Salary snapshot" section above for the entry / typical / senior band tailored to Montessori Teacher roles in Kotagiri. 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.
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 Kotagiri.
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 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.
Does Thamarai International 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.
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Key facts about Thamarai International School
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary
- Student-teacher ratio
- 30:1
TIS is the product of Mr.T.Venkatesan's long cherished dream to contribute to society by providing world class education in his home town. Mr. Venkatesan has been ably advised by a team of professionals equally passionate about the cause of education. The school is located just 2kms from the city of Thanjavur. TIS is affiliated to the Central Board of Secondary Education, New Delhi
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