Early Childhood Teachers

VINEYARD MONTESSORI SCHOOL; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Retirement

tuition discounts

paid holidays

7 weeks paid vacation

Job summary

Vineyard Montessori School seeks Teachers for Infant, Toddler, Primary and Elementary classes, to support Lead Teacher in a nurturing Montessori environment. You will engage with children, guide routines, and foster independence, curiosity, and love of learning.

Full-time, year-round roles with salary ranging $45,000–$55,000 per year. Total compensation may include relocation stipend for Martha’s Vineyard. Montessori certification/training is a plus; ongoing professional growth encouraged.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to ensure safety and well-being of students.
• Open to feedback and dedicated to professional growth.
• Maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion.
• Genuine interest in child wellbeing, development and Montessori education.
• Motivated to earn Montessori teaching certification paid for by VMS.

Responsibilities

• Support Lead Teacher in creating a nurturing Montessori learning environment.
• Actively engage with children, guiding daily routines and promoting independence.
• Support individual and small-group learning and observe developmental needs.
• Maintain a calm, organized, and safe classroom aligned with Montessori values.
• Collaborate with Lead Teacher to ensure safety and readiness of each child.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Decision making

Confidentiality

Montessori interest

Montessori certification pursuit

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Montessori certification/training preferred

Job description

VMS is seeking Teachers for our Infant Classroom (ages 8 weeks – 15 months), Toddler Classroom (ages 15 months – 2.9 years), Primary Classroom (ages 3 years – 6 years), Elementary Classroom (6 years – 12 years).

The Teacher plays a vital role in supporting the Lead Teacher in creating a nurturing, respectful, and developmentally appropriate Montessori learning environment. This position involves actively engaging with children, guiding them through daily routines, and supporting their independence, curiosity, and love of learning. The Teacher assists with maintaining a carefully prepared classroom, observes and supports each child’s basic needs and individual growth, and helps children develop respect for self-care routines, including hygiene, toileting, and other daily practices that honor each child’s readiness and comfort.

As a role model and educator, the Teacher reinforces classroom expectations, supports individual and small-group learning, and observes students to understand their developmental needs. They help maintain a calm, organized, and purposeful learning environment, ensuring safety and alignment with Montessori values, while working collaboratively under the Lead Teacher’s guidance.

Job Requirements:

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to make sound decisions and take responsibility for the safety and well-being of students
• Open to feedback and dedicated to continuous learning and professional growth
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion
• Genuine interest in a child’s wellbeing, development and Montessori education
• Motivated to earn Montessori teaching certification paid for by VMS

These are full-time, year-round positions. Montessori certification/experience/training is a plus.

Salary range for this position is $45,000-$55,000/year and is determined by the candidates prior experience and working hours. Applicants relocating to Martha’s Vineyard receive a moving stipend.

Benefits:

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Retirement
• tuition discounts
• paid holidays
• 7 weeks paid vacation

Vineyard Montessori is an equal opportunity employer welcoming applicants from diverse backgrounds and experience.