Montessori Certified Upper Elementary Teacher

Montessori School of Denver; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Montessori School of Denver is seeking a Montessori Certified Upper Elementary Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year, beginning August 2026. The role involves co-teaching to foster community, delivering Montessori lessons, and maintaining an engaging classroom environment in a program serving ages 2-14.

Requirements include a 4-year degree and AMS/AMI Montessori certification. The school emphasizes collaboration with staff, families, and ongoing professional development within a supportive

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree is required.
• AMS or AMI Montessori certification is required.
• Energetic and enthusiastic about teaching and working with children.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Montessori lessons to elementary students.
• Promote classroom community and a supportive learning environment.
• Support individual and group needs of students.
• Communicate and partner with parents and families.
• Collaborate with program team and faculty; participate in professional development.

Education

Bachelor’s degree

AMS or AMI Montessori certified

Job description

Details

Posted: 10-Jul-26

Location: Denver, Colorado

Type: Full Time

Salary: Salary starting at $55,750

Categories: Elementary Teacher

Required Education: 4 Year Degree

Additional Information: 2 openings available.

Montessori School of Denver (MSD), located in beautiful Colorado, is seeking a Montessori Certified Upper Elementary Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. The position is set to begin in August 2026.

Job Overview: Elementary teachers work with a co-teacher to promote classroom community, deliver Montessori lessons, create and sustain a beautiful classroom environment, support the individual and collective needs of the students, communicate and partner effectively with parents, and work collaboratively with the other members of the program team and faculty. MSD teachers are expected to actively support the mission and values of the school and contribute to a positive school culture, as well as participate in school events, parent education, and on-going professional development.

About Our School: MSD provides an engaging, empowering, and sound Montessori educational program for students ages 2-14. Our school is accredited by the National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS), the Association of Colorado Independent Schools (ACIS), and the American Montessori Society (AMS).[1] Founded in 1964, MSD is the oldest Montessori school in the Denver metro area. In 2015, MSD completed a comprehensive multi-million-dollar expansion plan to complement its existing facilities. A new Arts and Athletics Center, enhanced outdoor learning and play environments, a new Toddler Village, updated Middle School space, a thriving Urban Farm and one of a kind Vertical Farm, and a state-of-the-art Science and Innovation Tower were added to provide an exceptional, experiential, educational environment for all of our students.

Qualification Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree
• AMS or AMI Montessori certified
• High-energy and enthusiastic about working in an academic atmosphere and enjoy customer service, children, and working with volunteers.
• Interest in working collaborating as part of a classroom and program team

Reports to: Director of Elementary Education

Department: Education

Supervises: Classroom Assistant

FLSA Status: Exempt Employee[2], Number of Days Paid – 190

Compensation: Salary starting at $55,750

Montessori School of Denver offers an excellent compensation package including paid time off, health, dental, vision, 403(b) with matching and more; wide-ranging opportunities for professional development; and a talented and dedicated staff of teaching professionals and supportive administrators. Successful candidates will join a dynamic, supportive, and forward-thinking teaching community of over 90 individuals.

Montessori School of Denver does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, or disability.

[1] Accredited with non-traditional Montessori age grouping at the Elementary II and Secondary levels.

[2] Exempt employee is not eligible for overtime pay.