Lead Teacher 3-6 year old

Happy Campers De Soto Montessori School; De Soto (KS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Happy Campers De Soto Montessori School in De Soto, KS, seeks a Lead Montessori Teacher for a Primary classroom (ages 3-6). The role focuses on creating a prepared Montessori environment, guiding hands-on learning, and supporting child-led development in a warm, inclusive setting.

This full-time, in-person position requires strong classroom leadership, excellent communication with families, and dedication to Montessori principles.

Qualifications

• Montessori certification preferred but not required.
• Experience with children ages 3-6 in Montessori or early childhood setting.
• Strong classroom management and leadership skills.
• Passion for early childhood education and child-led learning.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to foster a warm, nurturing, and inclusive classroom environment.

Responsibilities

• Create & Maintain the Montessori Environment - Design an inviting, organized, and developmentally appropriate classroom that follows Montessori principles.
• Curriculum Implementation - Present Montessori lessons across Practical Life, Sensorial, Language, Math, and Cultural subjects, adapting to individual learning styles.

Skills

Montessori leadership

Classroom management

Communication with families

Collaboration

Job description

About The Role

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Lead Montessori Teacher for our Primary (3-6 years) classroom. The ideal candidate will create a prepared Montessori environment, guide children through hands‑on learning experiences, and support their development in a respectful, child-led setting.

8960 Commerce Drive, De Soto, KS, USA

Full time

In person classroom

Key Responsibilities

• Create & Maintain the Montessori Environment - Design an inviting, organized, and developmentally appropriate classroom that follows Montessori principles.


• Curriculum Implementation - Present Montessori lessons across Practical Life, Sensorial, Language, Math, and Cultural subjects, adapting to individual learning styles.


• Foster Independence & Growth - Encourage curiosity, self-discipline, and problem-solving skills through child-led activities.


• Collaboration & Communication - Partner with families, assistants, and staff to support each child’s growth. Maintain open communication with parents through conferences and progress reports.


• Classroom Management - Guide children in peaceful conflict resolution and model respectful behavior in alignment with Montessori philosophy.


• Record Keeping & Observation - Track student progress, document observations, and adjust lessons as needed to support individualized learning.

Requirements

• Montessori Certification preferred but not required (AMS, AMI, or MACTE-accredited program)


• Experience working with children ages 3-6 in a Montessori or early childhood setting


• Strong classroom management and leadership skills


• Passion for early childhood education and child-led learning


• Excellent communication and collaboration skills


• Ability to foster a warm, nurturing, and inclusive classroom environment


• KDHE Foundations of Health and Safety Course (Training provided)


• CPR & First Aid Certification (Training provided)

About The Company

At Happy Campers De Soto Montessori School, we believe in nurturing each child’s natural curiosity and fostering independence through the Montessori philosophy. Our school provides a warm, engaging, and child-centered environment where students thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.