Montessori School Age Tutor Will Train

Freedom Montessori Academy; Florida; On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Freedom Montessori Academy seeks a Lead Teacher to implement Montessori lessons in a farm, outdoor environment, fostering a peaceful, engaging, and inspiring learning space where children grow academically, socially, emotionally, and physically. You will collaborate with families, assistants, and educators, linking classroom learning with nature and community.

The role emphasizes hands-on exploration, responsible independence, and ongoing professional development to support home-educated

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education or related field preferred.
• Montessori credential (AMI/AMS/MACTE) preferred or willingness to obtain.
• CPR/First Aid certification or willingness to obtain.
• Experience in Montessori classroom settings is a plus.
• Strong classroom management and organizational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain an organized Montessori classroom for independence and exploration.
• Guide students using Montessori philosophy and developmentally appropriate practices.
• Observe each child's growth and adapt lessons to individual needs.
• Develop engaging lessons across language, math, science, culture, and sensorial education.
• Integrate outdoor and nature-based learning into daily curriculum.
• Foster a culture of kindness, respect, responsibility, and collaboration.
• Communicate with parents regarding student growth and development.
• Supervise assistants and volunteers and provide guidance.
• Maintain records and participate in professional development.

Skills

Classroom management

Observation skills

Excellent communication

Collaboration with families

Outdoor education

Creativity and initiative

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education or related field

Montessori credential preferred

CPR/First Aid certification

Tools

Online progress reporting system

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Lead Teacher

Freedom Montessori Academy

Position Summary

The Lead Teacher at Freedom Montessori Academy is responsible for implementing lessons that our company creates to foster a peaceful, engaging, and inspiring Montessori learning environment where children develop academically, socially, emotionally, and physically. The Lead Teacher serves as a guide, mentor, and leader, fostering each child's natural curiosity while encouraging independence, responsibility, and a lifelong love of learning.

Working collaboratively with families, assistants, and fellow educators, the Lead Teacher upholds the Academy's mission of providing meaningful, hands‑on education that connects students with nature, their community, and one another. This is a farm environment, and educators are outside. This is a nature program. The teacher must love the outdoors and be inspired to integrate aspects of learning into the outdoor environment. We will train the right candidate. Our students are home‑educated, and we are their tutors.

Essential Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain a beautiful, organized Montessori classroom that encourages independence and exploration.
• Guide students using Montessori philosophy and developmentally appropriate practices.
• Observe each child's growth and adapt lessons to meet individual learning needs.
• Develop engaging lessons in language, mathematics, science, cultural studies, practical life, and sensorial education. We will train you.
• Integrate outdoor and nature‑based learning experiences into the daily curriculum.
• Foster a classroom culture built on kindness, respect, responsibility, and collaboration.
• Support students in developing leadership, critical thinking, problem‑solving, and conflict‑resolution skills.
• Maintain accurate student records, observations, and progress reports. We use an online system to make this easy.
• Communicate regularly with parents regarding student growth and development.
• Participate in parent conferences, school events, open houses, and community outreach.
• Supervise classroom assistants and volunteers while providing guidance and support.
• Ensure a safe, healthy, and inclusive learning environment.
• Maintain classroom materials and prepare new learning activities as needed.
• Participate in ongoing professional development and staff meetings.
• Model professionalism, integrity, and lifelong learning.

Nature-Based Learning

Freedom Montessori Academy values meaningful experiences in natural. The Lead Teacher will:

• Incorporate outdoor learning into weekly instruction.
• Encourage environmental stewardship through gardening, animal care, and sustainability projects. Horses and chickens on site. Knowledge of animals is a plus.
• Guide students in observing and appreciating the natural world.
• Support hands‑on agricultural and environmental learning experiences.

Community Engagement

As a Benefit Corporation, Freedom Montessori Academy is committed to strengthening the community through service and education. The Lead Teacher will:

• Encourage student participation in community service projects.
• Teach gratitude, empathy, and civic responsibility.
• Support fundraising activities that benefit local organizations and those who serve others.
• Help create educational opportunities that are accessible to the surrounding community.

Qualifications

• Montessori Credential (AMI, AMS, or MACTE‑accredited program preferred) or willingness to obtain certification.
• Other forms of nature‑based learning are valued
• Bachelor's degree in Education or a related field preferred.
• Experience working in a Montessori classroom is a plus.
• Strong classroom management and organizational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Passion for child‑centered education.
• Ability to work collaboratively with staff and families.
• CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).
• Successful completion of required background screening.

Preferred Qualities

• Passion for outdoor education and environmental stewardship.
• Experience with mixed‑age classrooms.
• Creativity, flexibility, and initiative.
• Strong observation skills.
• Positive attitude and growth mindset.
• Commitment to respect for all learners.
• Ability to inspire curiosity and joyful learning.