About
Our School
Bishop Hamilton Montessori School is a Montessori Canada (CCMA) accredited, not-for-profit independent school. We are unique because we are both a Montessori school and a Christian school.
Since 1983, we have provided a high-quality education to generations of children in the Ottawa area.
We invite you to experience our beautiful grounds and classrooms and meet our highly-qualified teachers for yourself.
Where Mind and Spirit Go Hand in Hand
Mission
To offer a Christian Montessori education committed to the academic, spiritual, physical, and social growth of each child.
Values
Our values are excellence, respect, learning, faith, commitment, community, and dedication to personal growth.
Our Approach
CHRISTIAN MONTESSORI
It’s All in the Approach
Bishop Hamilton Montessori School is committed to the academic, spiritual, physical and social growth of your child. It’s the foundation of our educational approach and values.
FREEDOM TO LEARN
A Community for All
Bishop Hamilton Montessori School provides a safe and inclusive learning environmental for all types of learners. Our students learn by example. They learn at their own pace and they’re free to explore their own passions.
MONTESSORI
A Place Like No Other
Our teachers love working with kids to develop their potential and help them become the best people they can be. We create an environment where children can discover knowledge.
A Place of Belonging
Bishop Hamilton Montessori School is a school with heart. We really know our children on a deep level. We know their strengths and weaknesses and we cater our teachings to every child.
A Little Glimpse of Heaven
Bishop Hamilton Montessori School is a community of people who are working together for a common goal, supporting each other, and showing unconditional love. We want each child to be the best they can be. Whether we’re in the toddler program or a parent or a staff member, we do it together for the good of the each child.
Did You Know?
- Bishop Hamilton Montessori School was established in 1983.
- Our school was named after the first Anglican Bishop of Ottawa, the Right Reverend Charles Hamilton.
- Bishop Hamilton Montessori School is one of only three Montessori Canada (CCMA) accredited schools in the Ottawa area.
- Our school motto is “Where mind and spirit go hand in hand.”
Why Montessori?
Montessori is child-centred form of education that helps students cultivate a love for learning.
The Montessori Method was developed by Dr. Maria Montessori in the early 1900s. She believed children learn better when they get to choose what to learn. Here at Bishop Hamilton Montessori School, her philosophy is alive and well.
Learning as a Life Skill
A Montessori environment focuses more on learning than teaching. Specially trained Montessori teachers guide, coach, and facilitate learning through continuous observation and assessment.
The Montessori Approach allows children to learn at their own pace. That means fast learners are not held back and slower learners are not frustrated by their inability to keep up.
Mixed Age Classes
The Montessori class has mixed ages creating a family-like setting where learning can take place naturally. The dynamic of multi-ages recognizes learning as a social process. Students learn the importance of cooperation, respect, and collaboration not competition. Meanwhile mentorship reinforces their learning.
Acceptance & Trust
In Montessori classrooms, students learn skills to care for themselves, their environment, and their community. There are activities to develop spoken and written language, reading, mathematics and the natural sciences, as well as music, art, storytelling, movement and drama. Creativity flourishes in an atmosphere of acceptance and trust.
Famous Montessorians
Jeffrey Bezos
Founder of Amazon.com
Mark Zuckerberg
Co-founder of Facebook
Julia Child
Chef, author, and star of many TV cooking shows
Beyoncé Knowles
Singer-songwriter
Bill Gates
Founder of Microsoft
Larry Page & Sergey Brin
Co-founders of Google
Yo Yo Ma
Grammy Award-winning Cellist, United Nations Peace Ambassador
George Clooney
Academy Award-winning actor, director, producer, humanitarian, United Nations messenger of peace
Portrait of a Graduate
Graduation – Class of 2024
Our graduating class of 2024 displayed so many of our Portrait of a Graduate attributes during the year. They displayed resilience, the ability to adapt, and so much compassion and leadership throughout the year. Congratulations to these remarkable young people!
Our Graduates
Victoria
Junior High Graduate
Class of 2024
Elizabeth
Junior High Graduate
Class of 2024
Zachary
Junior High Graduate
Class of 2024
Wesley
Junior High Graduate
Class of 2024
Ckai
Junior High Graduate
Class of 2024
We would love to hear from you!
Please contact us to share your experiences and memories at BHMS and to share your current news and education and/or career.
Careers
Founded in 1983, Bishop Hamilton Montessori School is a CCMA-accredited, not-for-profit independent school offering a Christian Montessori education to approximately 200 students in the Ottawa area.
Current openings at BHMS are listed below, but we welcome applications at any time. To apply, please send your résumé and cover letter outlining how you can contribute to our program to info@bhms.ca.
Elementary Montessori Teacher
We are currently searching for an Elementary Montessori Teacher
About Us
Founded in 1983, Bishop Hamilton Montessori School is a CCMA-accredited, not-for-profit independent school offering a Christian Montessori education to approximately 200 students in the Ottawa area.
At BHMS we believe that all children are competent, capable, curious, and rich in potential. In keeping with Montessori pedagogy, our program places the child at the centre of the learning environment and supports children’s learning, development, health and well-being through caring and responsive Montessori-trained educators who focus on active learning, exploration and inquiry.
Our school is truly a community; a place where students, staff and parents work together to integrate values such as excellence, respect, learning, faith and commitment into daily life.
Join Our Team
We’re currently searching for a Teacher to join our Elementary Team. In this role you’ll collaborate closely with a co-teacher to direct the learning of a classroom of Elementary students.
In addition, you’ll…
- Provide a caring and nurturing atmosphere in the classroom and throughout the school.
- Plan and participate in field trips.
- Manage and guide individual student behaviour.
- Communicate with parents and members of the educational team regarding student needs and progress as needed throughout the year.
- Maintain accurate records, including long and short-term lesson plans, observations and student’s individual progress.
- Produce formative and summative student assessments.
- Participate in school events and activities, contributing to the School Community and spirit.
Our Ideal Candidate
As an ideal candidate for this role you’re Elementary Montessori trained, with experience and are a team player.
In addition to these qualifications, we look for teachers who are collegial, easy to work with, creative, energetic, and above all: passionate about creating an educational environment that enables students to learn, develop and grow.
- Hours: Full time
- Competitive salary
- Employee sponsored benefits
- Current Vulnerable Sector Check, First Aid / CPR training.
If this sounds like you, we want to hear from you! Please send your cover letter and résumé to School Director, Renette Sasouni at info@bhms.ca
We thank all applicants for their interest in this position, however only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
We are an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment and selection process. If you are contacted about an employment opportunity, please advise if you require accommodation.
Music Teacher JK to Grade 8
We are seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Music Specialist to teach Elementary students.
At Bishop Hamilton we believe that all children are competent, capable, curious, and rich in potential. The School’s music program is well established and starts in the children’s early years through teacher led songs and movement. This early study exposes students to the fundamentals of rhythm, pitch-matching, and beat, the fundamentals of music literacy. As students continue their BHMS education through Casa (pre-school), and beyond, they are introduced to more complex music theory and expression. Students are introduced to the recorder in grade 2. In grade 4 they are introduced to musical instruments, and later, are integrated into the school band.
The BHMS passion for music and performance is evidenced through annual concerts. The School also stages some popular musical / theatrical productions complete with set, costume, light and sound design, all developed by the students.
Join Our Team!
We are seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Music Specialist to teach Elementary students. The ideal candidate will have formal music education (B.Mus. or equivalent) and teaching experience working with students at the Junior Elementary / Primary level. As a top candidate, you’re warm, engaging, reliable and a collaborative team player. This role involves designing and delivering music lessons, assessing student progress, and working alongside the School’s Band Director to organize musical performances that showcase students’ growth and progress.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop lesson plans in basic music literacy that align with the Montessori and / or Kodaly methods.
- Prepare and maintain a positive learning environment and materials for lessons, differentiating where appropriate.
- Lead engaging music classes that support students understanding of music fundamentals.
- Manage the music lessons and classroom according to Montessori philosophy and principles.
- Follow curricular framework for the School’s music program.
- Assess and track student progress in areas such as rhythm, pitch and technical skills on their instrument.
- Maintain accurate records, including long and short-term lesson plans, daily observations and student’s individual progress.
- Design and coordinate the annual Christmas and Spring Concerts.
- Provide support and feedback for students preparing solo and small ensemble performances for the Christmas concert, Spring concert, Grandparents’ Tea and Graduation Ceremony.
- Support in the process and production of a Broadway style musical production on a bi-annual basis.
- Prepare written student progress reports.
- Manage and guide individual student behaviour.
- Accompany students on school outings / field trips as required.
- Communicate with parents, Montessori Directors and colleagues regarding student needs and progress as needed throughout the year.
- Collaborate with and support the Music Department in concerts, performances, and productions as needed across all levels.
- Conduct formal parent conferences twice during the school year and maintain regular communication with parents as required.
- Participate in school wide events and activities, contributing to the School Community and spirit.
- Participate in professional development and mentorship programs to stay updated on music education trends and the Montessori method.
- Work with students in grades 4 to 8 as required.
- Provide a caring and nurturing atmosphere in the classroom and throughout the whole school.
Education and Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in music education (preferred) or equivalent training.
- Ontario Teacher certification asset
Experience & Skills
- Previous classroom experience teaching music to Kindergarten and Elementary aged students.
- Strong background in choral instruction.
- Experience teaching and leading choral ensembles.
- Experience in instrumental music education required with a focus on brass and woodwind instruments asset.
- Applicants must have prior experience in the directing and performance of musical theatre productions.
- Strong piano (Min. Level 8 RCM), with accompaniment experience,
- Knowledge of traditional and contemporary Christian music.
- Knowledge of the Montessori approach to education an asset.
- Strong organizational skills with attention to detail
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
Full Time Position: 11:00 – 3:30 Monday to Friday
We Offer:
- Benefits – Health, dental, vision
- Employee Assistance Program and a generous sick leave policy
- Employer sponsored RRSP Program
To Apply:
In addition to your resume, please include a cover letter in your application and send it to info@bhms.ca .
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Bishop Hamilton Montessori School is an equal opportunity employer and accommodates people with disabilities throughout the recruitment and selection process.