Montessori Primary Lead Teacher

Evergreen Academy; Kirkland (WA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, vision, and dental insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Tuition discount for child(ren)

Professional growth opportunities

Culture of care and positivity

Job summary

Evergreen Academy Montessori in WA seeks a full-time teacher for primary students aged 3 to 6. Using developmentally appropriate Montessori materials, you guide students as they grow in math, language, science and geography, encouraging independence and active participation.

You will join a community dedicated to caring, professional growth, and a holistic approach to education. Requirements include at least a high school diploma, Early Childhood Education certificate or equivalent, Montessori

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Minimum high school diploma.
• Early Childhood Education Certificate or equivalent college degree.
• Montessori Certification preferred.
• Must successfully clear criminal background check.
• Previous Montessori teaching experience preferred.
• Compliance with all state education and licensing standards and maintains validation of credentials for the position.

Responsibilities

• Teach primary students (ages 3-6) using Montessori materials.
• Encourage independence and active participation in learning.
• Support individualized learning plans and assess progress regularly.

Skills

Good communication

Positive attitude

Child development knowledge

Education

High school diploma

Early Childhood Education Certificate or equivalent

Montessori Certification preferred

Job description

Spring Education Group is a multi-brand education network of superior private school institutions spanning infant care through high school. The network (currently composed of approximately 220 schools) brings together some of the best private school programs in the country, with proven track records educating children through unique and carefully crafted curricula.

Evergreen Academy Montessori in WA provides students and families with an authentic Montessori educational experience facilitated by passionate Montessori educators who guide students in meaningful work within a beautifully prepared environment. We cultivate an atmosphere of joyful learning and continuous growth for both our students and teachers, offering opportunities to grow professionally within a supportive community.

We are more than a school—we are a community. Our goal is to uplift each other, work together, and implement the educational philosophy pioneered by Maria Montessori over 100 years ago. We believe in a holistic approach to Montessori education, combining academics, practical life, sensorial experiences, and mixed-age groups. Our culture is one of care, grace, courtesy and respect.

About the Position

This full-time teaching position will work with our primary students (ages 3 - 6 years) and encourages increased independence and active participation in the learning process in students. Using developmentally appropriate Montessori learning materials, you guide students as they grow in their comprehension of math, language, science and geography concepts. You will have the opportunity to work with students according to their individual learning capabilities and maturity levels, growing their confidence and problem-solving skills.

What We Offer

We offer a supportive community that encourages professional growth, with a salary ranging from $27-29/hr. You’ll also enjoy:

• Health, vision, and dental insurance

• 401(k) with company match

• Paid time off

• Tuition discount for your child(ren)

• Professional growth and development opportunities

• A culture of care and positivity

About You

We are looking for someone who is naturally positive, a good communicator, and passionate about learning and child development. You must be:

• At least 18 years of age

• Minimum high school diploma

• Early Childhood Education Certificate or equivalent college degree

• Montessori Certification preferred

• Must successfully clear criminal background check

• Previous Montessori teaching experience preferred

• Compliance with all state education and licensing standards and maintains validation of credentials for the position

Do you have other talents like crafting, cooking, gardening, or music? We would love to see them in action in our classrooms, share them with us!

Ready to join our community and help shape the future of our students?

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. In general, this position requires an individual to frequently walk, stand, sit, squat, stoop, reach, kneel, rise from the floor, twist, listen, read, write, and speak the English language. In addition, this position often requires an individual to carry, lift, use repetitive or fine hand movements, and occasionally push, pull, or bend. This position is regularly required to hear and use clear vision with or without correction. Spring Education Group, including, but not limited to SEG Inc., and their affiliates (collectively “Company”) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants for employment and employees are provided equal employment opportunities, including in recruitment, hiring, and assignment, without regard to actual or perceived race, color, religion and religious creed, sex (including pregnancy and related conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital or familial status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, genetic information, military/veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. The Company expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee or student harassment or discrimination.