Lead Teacher, Primary/Early Childhood

City Garden Montessori School; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 45,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Paid Time-off

Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance

Pre-Tax health premium savings

Retirement Plan

Enrollment preference for children

Job summary

City Garden Montessori School is looking for a Lead Teacher (Primary) for the 2026–27 school year. This role requires a passion for early childhood learning and Montessori education, focusing on creating an inclusive atmosphere for children ages 3–5.

The ideal candidate will have teaching experience, preferably in urban settings, and a commitment to anti-bias education. The position offers a competitive salary between $45,000 and $62,000 per year, along with benefits.

Qualifications

• Passion for early childhood learning and Montessori education.
• Experience in public or urban school settings is ideal.
• Strong belief in nurturing a lifelong love of learning.

Responsibilities

• Create a joyful, inclusive classroom for children ages 3–5.
• Collaborate with families and classroom support staff.
• Foster a community committed to whole-child education.

Skills

Teaching experience

Montessori and/or Missouri teaching certification

Commitment to anti-bias/anti-racist education

Collaboration with support staff and families

Nurturing curiosity and independence

Education

Montessori Certification or Missouri Teaching Certification

Job description

City Garden Montessori School is hiring a Lead Teacher (Primary) for the 2026–27 school year.

We’re looking for an educator passionate about early childhood learning, Montessori education, and creating a joyful, inclusive classroom for children ages 3–5.

• Teaching experience, ideally in public or urban school settings
• Montessori and/or Missouri teaching certification ( we can help get you certified )
• A strong commitment to anti-bias/anti-racist education
• Experience collaborating with classroom support staff and families
• A deep belief in nurturing curiosity, independence, and a lifelong love of learning

Join a school community committed to whole-child education, equity, and meaningful relationships.

Learn more and apply on our Careers site:https://www.comeet.com/jobs/citygardenmontessori/7A.00F/lead-teacher---primary/36.86F

Compensation

$45,000 to $62,000 per year, dependent on State Certification, Montessori Certification, Education and Experience, as well as benefits including:

• Generous Paid Time-off (Fall, Winter and Spring breaks, holidays, and additional days)
• Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
• Pre-Tax savings for family health premium costs
• Retirement Plan
• Enrollment preference to City Garden Montessori for K-8 children residing in MO

About City Garden Montessori School

City Garden redefines education by centering children in an excellent, inclusive Montessori model that honors the humanity and potential of every learner. We nurture the whole child in partnership with families and cultivate a community where children and adults learn, grow, and build meaningful relationships. We envision a St. Louis strengthened by thriving children, connected families, and a reimagined community: where lifelong learning and equitable opportunity are the norm, relationships across difference are foundational, and young people grow as compassionate, critical thinkers who help shape a more just and inclusive future.