Upper Elementary Guide

UPPER ELEMENTARY GUIDE – FOR THE 2026-2027 ACADEMIC SCHOOL YEAR Come join our wonderful team at Alcuin School as our Upper Elementary Guide.

Learn more about this exciting role below: GENERAL POSITION SUMMARY The Upper Elementary Guide prepares the classroom environment for students and directs their academic, social, emotional, and physical activities in a prepared Montessori and IB environment that challenges each student to reach their full potential.

JOB SCOPE This position follows Montessori and IB philosophy, fostering respect, responsibility, and resourcefulness, and encouraging curiosity and innovative thinking as outlined in the staff handbook.

The Upper Elementary guide collaborates with an Academic Coach to support students’ academic, social, and personal growth.

This position will also be required to observe and assess students’ individual needs and establish open communication with parents, the Director of Upper Elementary, and/or the Learning Support team as needed.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSImplements all curricula in the classroom within the framework of Montessori and IB, focusing on the needs of each student, in collaboration with the Upper Elementary Academic CoachKeeps records of all parent communications and reports the same to the Director of Upper ElementaryMaintains updated records of each student’s progress for the subjects taught in the online record-keeping program and submits weekly lesson plans to the Director of Upper ElementaryMaintains an organized classroomMaintains classroom budgetUpdates classroom webpage as requiredSupervises students and ensures hand-offs to approved adults in compliance with each student’s Pick-Up Authorization FormsParticipate in parent education events such as Observation and Chat, Learn How We Learn, Open House, etc.Works cooperatively with classroom Academic Coaches, Instructional Technology Specialists, Specialty guides, and Student Support, and/ or administrative team as necessaryWorks cooperatively with Student Support staff to schedule group or individual sessionsPrepares and submits required reports, including conference reports, and conducts conferences with the parentsConducts scheduled and unscheduled meetings with individual parents/guardians as necessary Prepares 5th-level students for the Fall semester and 6th-level students for the Spring semester student-led conference in collaboration with the Director of Upper ElementaryReports all accidents/incidents at once.

Completes Incident Reports and delivers copies of the same to the parent, the Director of Upper Elementary, and the School NurseParticipates in the planning and execution of Upper Elementary campout and 6th-level student trip in collaboration with the Outdoor Education Coordinator and the Director of Upper ElementaryGuides and prepares students on research skills, working with them through their science expo, and 6th-level students' research presentations, as required Plans and prepares for field trips, going outs, and/or community service activities based on the needs of the students in collaboration with the Upper Elementary Academic Coach Guides Room parents in submitting all required documentation to qualify to drive students for field tripsParticipates in regular evaluation process, including classroom observations, observation of student and/or parent conferences, self-evaluation, and annual goal settingCollaborates with the Director of Upper Elementary regarding materials and classroom practicesReviews curriculum in collaboration with the Director of Upper Elementary and/or the entire Upper Elementary teamCommunicates and collaborates with the Director of Upper Elementary and the Head of School as required, regarding student and parent-related issues Communicates and works cooperatively with parents, administrators, and student support staff concerning the emotional and physical well-being of studentsAttends school, community, and/or parent education events as detailed in the Employee Handbook or as assigned by the Director of Upper ElementaryInterviews and hosts prospective students, completing all related paperwork within 24 hoursOutline duties and responsibilities of the Upper Elementary Academic Coach at the beginning of each academic year, updating as necessary to meet the individual needs of students in the classroomConducts weekly meetings with the Upper Elementary Academic Coach to discuss the individual needs of the students and the classroom environment in general, and determine if changes are neededAttends and actively participates in Upper Elementary team meetings, curriculum meetings, and other meetings as assignedCommits to professional development and best practices in Montessori and IB educationComplies with the content of the Employee Handbook for all duties not listedAdheres to the behaviors described in the Alcuin Standards of Faculty ExcellenceOther duties as assigned by the Director of Upper Elementary, and/or Head of School MARGINAL FUNCTIONSMaintains classroom inventory and submits to the Director of Upper Elementary at the end of each academic school year Completes bus drivers' training and drives students in an Alcuin school bus as required Mentors new Upper Elementary Guides or Upper Elementary Academic Coach as requiredConducts meetings with room parents to discuss weekly classroom newsletters, class parties, classroom-related activities, and to welcome new familiesShares classroom pictures of the students with the Yearbook committee in compliance with the information received from the Office of Advancement KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS Required:Ability to provide documents verifying authorization to work in the U.S.Must pass Criminal Background Checks, Drug Testing, and Reference CheckBachelor’s DegreeMontessori 6-12 Diploma (AMI Preferred)3 years Montessori Upper Elementary/IB classroom teaching experienceStrong Interpersonal skillsWorking knowledge of the Microsoft Suite of productsAbility to interact and communicate professionally with colleagues, students, parents, and others in the school community and during off-campus school related activitiesAbility to function as a team with colleagues and the Director of Upper Elementary, and with other administrators as required Preferred:5 years Montessori Upper Elementary/IB classroom teaching experience SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITYThis role does not have supervisory responsibilitiesThis role functions as a lead in the classroom PAY RANGE Pay is based on experience and is competitive with Independent Schools in the Dallas, Texas, area.

WORK SCHEDULE Generally, Monday to Friday, 7:30 am to 4:00 pm.

There may be some evening or weekend work for events or projects.

Holidays, Spring Break off unless work is required for a project.

JOB CONDITIONSWorks in standard office and classroom climate and conditionsWorks outdoors supervising students at carpool and on school tripsMust be able to lift and carry up to 30 lbs of supplies ABOUT ALCUIN SCHOOL Alcuin School, one of the largest accredited Montessori schools in the U.

S., along with the International Baccalaureate Middle Years and Diploma Programs, provides an ideal learning environment that guides and nurtures the full development of the child from 18 months to 18 years of age.

Alcuin School is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All people will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender (including gender identity, gender expression and gender reassignment), race (including color, nationality, ethnic or national origin), religion or belief, marital or civil partnership status, disability, age, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, trade union membership or membership in any other legally protected category.

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