Elementary Lead (Grades 1-3)

MN Association of Charter Schools; Shoreview (MN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Oak Hill Montessori Community School (OHMCS) seeks an AMI trained, or Montessori-experienced elementary teacher for Grades 1–3, starting Fall 2026. The role is full-time, on-site, 8:00 am–4:30 pm, with a 10-month calendar.

Responsibilities include preparing Montessori environments, guiding student learning, collaborating with families, and supporting staff in implementing the school’s mission and community values.

Qualifications

• BA/BS degree and Minnesota Elementary Education license.
• AMI training or Montessori experience for multi-grade (Grades 1–3).
• Experience leading and supervising teaching assistants.
• Strong classroom management and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain Montessori environments for 25–30 students.
• Observe, reflect and refine activities to support independent learning.
• Partner with students, parents and staff to assess development.
• Attend staff meetings and trainings as required.
• Participate in parent education events.

Skills

Strong communication

Classroom management

Interpersonal skills

Education

BA/BS degree with Elementary Education license (MN)

Job description

Submitted: August 8
Closing: September 11

Job Description

Elementary Lead Teacher

Oak Hill Montessori Community School (OHMCS) is seeking an AMI trained, or experience working with multi-grade experience (Grades 1-3) lower elementary teacher, beginning Fall 2026, to join the dedicated faculty of our elementary program. OHMCS is looking for someone with a passion for learning, who is excited to deepen our students' experiences across disciplines, in and out of the classroom, and who possesses the skills and abilities necessary to implement our school’s mission.

General Summary of Position: This is a full-time, salaried, exempt position, with typical on-site hours of 8:00 am - 4:30 pm, M-F, throughout the 10-month school year. The guide’s responsibilities will include but are not limited to the following:

• Help to prepare and maintain the Elementary Montessori environments, for classrooms of 25-30 children.
• Utilize observation, reflection and refinement of work to best support students’ independent activity through preparing developmentally appropriate and engaging activities
• Partner with students, teachers and parents to nurture and assess student development in all areas (social, emotional, cognitive, physical & moral) through in person check-ins, conferences and written reports
• Model integrity, curiosity, and respect
• Attend staff meetings and trainings, as required
• Help to craft and participate in parent education events

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• A BA/BS degree, a current Minnesota teaching license for Elementary Education
• Knowledge of the curriculum areas responsible for instructing
• Exceptional classroom management skills with strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with students, parents, and community members from diverse backgrounds
• Ability to lead, train and supervise assistants and create a conducive learning environment
• Experiential learning, multi-grade experience
• Willingness to partake in some hands‑on and in the classroom Montessori Training

Desired Qualifications:

• AMI/USA Elementary certification
• Have Montessori Elementary training and 2+ years teaching experience at the Montessori Lower or Upper Elementary level
• Thrive as a member of a deeply collaborative team and a dedicated whole school staff serving students who are 16 months - 14 years old
• Have a caring disposition and respect for the developmental needs of elementary students and their parents
• Interest in experiential learning and flexibility to participate in educational travel
• Valid MN Driver's license

Institution Description

Building on a rich, 60-year legacy, Oak Hill Montessori transitioned to a Public Charter School in 2021 to increase accessibility of an authentic Montessori education. Oak Hill Montessori Community School (OHMCS) is proud to provide a unique point‑of‑view in education driven by the intrinsic motivation of students. We offer challenging academics while equally valuing social and emotional learning.

We serve children 16 months through 8th grade with our lower school being tuition based, and upper school being tuition‑free.

Mission: Preparing every student for tomorrow by nurturing the love of learning today.

Vision: Creating a space for students, families, and community members to thrive as they collaborate to learn, to celebrate, and to serve one another.

Core Values:

• Independent thinking and self‑reliance through purposeful work
• Inclusivity in our community and a sense of belonging for all
• Compassion for others and the environment around us
• A vision for peace through social change

Application Deadline: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis upon receipt Oak Hill Montessori Community School (OHMCS) is an equal opportunity organization committed to diversity and equity. As such, OHMCS believes that each individual is entitled to equal opportunity without regard to sex, color, race, ancestry, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under federal or state anti-discrimination laws. OHMCS’s equal employment opportunity practices extend to recruitment, hiring, selection, compensation, benefits, transfer, promotion, training, discipline and all other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment.