Elementary School Teacher

Carney, Sandoe & Associates; Rochester (MN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Housing (boarding schools only)

Job summary

Carney, Sandoe & Associates in Rochester, MN, is seeking an Elementary School Teacher for Fall 2026 at a Montessori school. The role requires delivering Montessori lessons to mixed-age students (6–9) alongside an assistant.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's in Elementary Education; a Master's is preferred and Montessori experience/certification is a plus. U.S. work authorization is required. Compensation and benefits vary by school and location.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education or related field.
• Master's degree preferred.
• Montessori experience or certification is a plus.
• U.S. work authorization required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Montessori lessons in a mixed-age classroom (ages 6–9) alongside an experienced assistant teacher.
• Knowledge of hands-on and integrated learning, early childhood development and literacy skills; be motivated, collaborative, energetic and flexible.
• Strong pedagogical background and collaboration with colleagues and early elementary students.
• Build a joyful, nurturing classroom community with strong management.
• Supervise children in class, during recess, dismissal, and field trips.

Skills

Montessori pedagogy

Team collaboration

Classroom management

Early childhood literacy

Education

Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education

Master's degree (preferred)

Job description

Carney, Sandoe & Associates, an education recruitment organization, is currently seeking a Elementary School Teacher starting in Fall 2026 at a Montessori school in Rochester, MN.

About CS&A:

Our free job placement service connects educators with independent and private schools that align with their specific needs and qualifications. By getting to know each candidate personally, we match them with the right opportunities—saving time and ensuring the best match. Our mission is to help educators find roles where they can truly thrive. We have positions nationwide and internationally.

Responsibilities:

• Deliver Montessori lessons in a mixed-age classroom (ages 6–9) alongside an experienced assistant teacher.
• Knowledge of and experience in hands-on and integrated learning, as well as early childhood development and literacy skills; be highly motivated, hard-working, collaborative, enthusiastic about working with young children, energetic and flexible; demonstrate a desire to learn; and show initiative.
• Have a strong pedagogical background and be invested in collaborating with colleagues and working closely with early elementary-aged students. In addition to having the required professional and educational background, we seek an enthusiastic, energetic candidate.
• Build a joyful and nurturing classroom community that sparks intellectual curiosity and growth for all students, and demonstrates clear and affirming classroom management.
• Supervise children in the classroom, during recesses and dismissal, and on field trips.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education or related degree required. Master's degree preferred.
• Previous experience in a Montessori classroom preferred.
• At least 2 years of previous K-12 teaching experience
• U.S. Work Authorization required.

Additional Desired Qualities:

• Montessori certification (AMS, AMI, or other) preferred or willingness to become certified.

Potential Benefits:

Compensation and benefit packages are competitive but will differ by school and will typically depend on geographic location, your experience, and your level of degree.

• Paid holidays, vacation and personal time
• Housing (boarding schools only)

Carney Sandoe does not discriminate on the basis of physical handicap, sex, race, creed, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national or ethnic origin in administration of its services, consulting, events, professional development, or other programs.