Lead Montessori Teacher & Coach

Northstar Preschools; Silver Spring (MD); Presencial; USD 50.000 - 75.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive pay

Paid time off

Medical, Dental, Vision

Professional development

Tuition discounts

Descripción de la vacante

Northstar Preschools seeks a seasoned Montessori educator to lead a primary mixed-age Montessori classroom and coach teachers across our program. The role splits ~70% Lead Teacher and 25–30% Curriculum Coach.

Ideal candidates hold Montessori certification (AMI or AMS) with 3–5+ years of lead teaching, mentoring experience, strong communication, and willingness to obtain CPR/First Aid and pass background checks.

Formación

• Montessori certification (AMI or AMS) strongly preferred; significant Montessori classroom experience considered.
• 3–5+ years of lead teaching experience in a Montessori setting.
• Experience mentoring or coaching other educators.
• Strong communication skills and ability to give and receive feedback with grace.
• CPR/First Aid certified (or willing to obtain upon hire).
• Must pass background check and meet state licensing requirements.

Responsabilidades

• Prepare and steward an authentic Montessori environment for children ages 3–6.
• Deliver individualized lessons, track developmental progress, and guide each child’s learning journey.
• Build strong partnerships with families through warm, consistent communication.
• Maintain a community of grace, courtesy, and mutual respect.
• Follow all school policies, safety procedures, and licensing requirements.
• Observe classrooms and provide reflective, growth-oriented feedback to teachers.
• Model Montessori lessons and support teachers in deepening their practice.
• Lead coaching conversations on curriculum, materials, and environment design.
• Support onboarding of new staff and contribute to school-wide professional development.

Conocimientos

Strong communication

Mentoring

Feedback

Educación

Montessori certification (AMI/AMS)

Descripción del empleo

Job Description

About This Role:

This is a dual role for a seasoned Montessori educator. You’ll spend 70% of your time as a Lead Teacher in a primary, mixed-age Montessori classroom, and 25–30% as a Montessori Curriculum Coach — supporting and developing teachers across our program.

About UsNorthstar Montessori at Spring Cypress fosters academic, social, and developmental growth in a safe and loving environment. We are passionate about Montessori practice and the educators who bring it to life every day.

What You’ll Do

Classroom (70-75%) — Lead Teacher, Primary Mixed-Age

• Prepare and steward an authentic Montessori environment for children ages 3–6
• Deliver individualized lessons, track developmental progress, and guide each child’s learning journey
• Build strong partnerships with families through warm, consistent communication
• Maintain a community of grace, courtesy, and mutual respect
• Follow all school policies, safety procedures, and licensing requirements

Coaching (25–30%) — Montessori Curriculum Coach

• Observe classrooms and provide reflective, growth-oriented feedback to teachers
• Model Montessori lessons and support teachers in deepening their practice
• Lead coaching conversations on curriculum, materials, and environment design
• Support onboarding of new staff and contribute to school-wide professional development

Qualifications

• Montessori certification (AMI or AMS) strongly preferred; significant Montessori classroom experience considered
• 3–5+ years of lead teaching experience in a Montessori setting
• Experience mentoring or coaching other educators
• Strong communication skills and ability to give and receive feedback with grace
• CPR/First Aid certified (or willing to obtain upon hire)
• Must pass background check and meet state licensing requirements

Benefits

• Competitive pay based on Montessori experience and coaching scope
• Paid time off and holiday pay
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Supplemental Benefits
• Professional development and Montessori-specific training
• Tuition discounts for staff children

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Northstar Preschools is committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.