Middle School Head Teacher (Social Studies)

American Montessori Society Inc; Evanston (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading school in Evanston seeks a Head Teacher for the Middle School Social Studies program. This full-time role involves teaching, curriculum implementation, and supporting student transitions to high school. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree, Montessori Certification, and relevant teaching experience. The position offers a supportive environment with comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Medical and dental insurance

403B retirement plan

Life/STD/LTD/AD&D insurance

Flexible spending and health savings accounts

Dependent care and medical reimbursements

Paid holidays

Sick leave

Vacation

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of relevant teaching experience as a Lead Teacher in Social Studies.
• Excellent observation, communication, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Teach Social Studies to 7th - 8th grade students.
• Implement curriculum and conduct assessments.
• Adapt strategies to support student learning.

Skills

Communication

Organizational

Interpersonal

Adaptability

Decision-Making

Time Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Education

Montessori Certification

State Professional Educator License

Job description

Chiaravalle Montessori School seeks a Head Teacher to teach Social Studies in our Middle School (MS) program for the 2025-2026 school year. The MS Head Teacher will join our middle school team to provide instruction, present curriculum, and conduct assessments for 7th - 8th grade students to support their transition to high school. This is a full-time position, Monday - Friday, from 8am - 4pm.

THE SCHOOL

Chiaravalle is an AMS and ISACS accredited school, rooted in the methods of Maria Montessori. We incorporate mission-appropriate best practices in education to refine curriculum, improve programming, support learners, and enhance school culture.

We respect individual learners, a caring community, and global citizenship. Montessori educators observe, personalize, and facilitate learning. Choice and self-pacing materials increase engagement and mastery of skills. Differentiated instruction and student-initiated learning are encouraged within our integrated Montessori curriculum.

Chiaravalle offers education from infancy through high school preparation. Our nurturing environment fosters independence, self-confidence, and higher-order cognitive skills.

THE POSITION

The Middle School program integrates research, educational trends, and Montessori philosophy to empower early adolescents. We follow a cycle format with four thematic cycles per year: Connections, Explorations, Identity, and Systems. The MS Head Teacher will focus on these themes as they relate to Social Studies. The cycle begins with study guides outlining the work plan for each cycle.

The Head Teacher will observe, plan, and implement the curriculum in accordance with Montessori principles. They will also adapt strategies and accommodations to support student learning throughout the cycle. The format aims to develop organizational, decision-making, and time-management skills.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

This is a fully benefited 10-month salaried position. Benefits include medical and dental insurance, a 403B retirement plan, Life/STD/LTD/AD&D insurance, flexible spending and health savings accounts, dependent care and medical reimbursements, paid holidays, sick leave, and vacation. The position is supported by the Middle School Coordinator and Educational Director.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor’s degree in Education or a related field, with Montessori Certification or a State Professional Educator License. A minimum of 2-5 years of relevant teaching experience as a Lead Teacher in Social Studies is required. Excellent observation, interpersonal, communication, organizational, and prioritization skills are essential. The candidate must be adaptable, patient, and able to maintain respectful communication with children and adults.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Physical requirements include the ability to see, walk, hear, and talk, as well as lift and carry up to 15 lbs regularly, and up to 40-50 lbs in emergency situations. Reaching, pushing, and pulling are also necessary for maintaining supplies and equipment.