Early Childhood (3-6) Lead Teacher

American Montessori Society Inc; Virginia (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary $60,000+

Paid vacation

Personal days

401k matching

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Tuition Assistance

Professional Development

Performance Bonuses

AMS Membership Dues

Planning Time

Job summary

The Woods, A Montessori School in Woodbridge, VA, seeks a Lead Early Childhood (3-6) Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year, starting August 17, 2026. The successful candidate will lead a mixed-age class of 20-25 children, deliver Montessori lessons, observe, record-keep, and communicate with parents.

Responsibilities include staff training, managing an assistant, parent education, and contributing to a nurturing, collaborative team.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Commitment to mission values: peace, independence, love of learning, respect.
• Flexible and collaborative team player.
• Comfortable with electronic record-keeping.
• Willingness to work during Summer Camp (preferred).
• AMS/AMI/MACTE Credential recognized.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Montessori lessons to a mixed-age classroom.
• Perform observations and daily record-keeping.
• Communicate with parents across multiple channels.
• Provide parent education and staff training.
• Manage an assistant teacher and support staff.
• Support children with care and Montessori philosophy.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Electronic records

MACTE credential

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

About Us

The Woods was founded in 2018 as a private school to provide Montessori classes for children in Prince William County. Since that time, The Woods has seen major growth. The school opened its doors with 6 children and only two classrooms.As ofthe fall of2025, weare at max capacity of140 students across 7 classrooms (3 Toddler House and 4 Children’s House). The Woods is the only AMS-accredited school in Prince William County.

Position Description

The Woods, A Montessori School, in Woodbridge, VA, is looking for a Lead Early Childhood (3-6) Teacher. The Woods is an American Montessori Society accredited school located in Northern, VA just outside the nation's capital. The position is for the remainder of the 2026-2027 school year and will start onAugust 17, 2026.

The Woods is looking for a creative, motivated, and dedicated individual who has a passion for working with young children and the Montessori philosophy. The successful candidate will be responsible for a mixed-age classroom comprised of 20-25 three to six-year-olds. Responsibilities include but are not limited to giving Montessori lessons, observations, daily record keeping, communicating with parents across various mediums, parent education, training and managing assistant faculty, and most importantly providing care and support to all children. Hours are 8:00 am – 4:00 pm with occasional evening meetings and two weekend events a year. The Woods is a growing school with great opportunities for professional growth and advancement.

Qualifications

• AMS, AMI or other MACTE Certified Early Childhood Montessori Credential
• Bachelor's Degree (or equivalent experience)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• A commitment to our mission values of peace, independence, love of learning, and respect
• Flexibility and commitment to working in a team atmosphere
• Comfortable with electronic record-keeping
• Willingness to work during Summer Camp (preferred)

Compensation

• Salary: $60,000+ depending on experience and level of education
• 4 weeks paid vacation*
• 10 personal days*
• 401k (w/employer) matching
• Health Insurance
• Vision, Dental, Short-Term Disability
• Tuition Assistance for Continuing Education
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Performance Bonuses
• American Montessori Society Membership Dues
• Paid Planning Time
  * Details reflect 12-month employees and differ slightly for 10-month employees.