Primary 3-6 Teacher (Montessori Classroom) - On A Growing Team

Sandwich Montessori School; Sandwich (MA); Vor Ort; USD 42.000 - 48.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Montessori training

Professional development

Mentorship

Team teaching

Paid time off

Health insurance

Zusammenfassung

Sandwich Montessori School in Cape Cod, MA, seeks educators to join a collaborative Montessori classroom. Earn a competitive salary and grow through mentorship, observed coaching, and Montessori training opportunities.

You will work with a Teacher Leader, focus on children’s development, and be part of a supportive team dedicated to long-term educator growth within a Montessori framework.

Qualifikationen

• Current Massachusetts EEC certification or eligibility for preschool level.
• Bachelor’s degree or Associate’s degree or equivalent educational background.
• Experience working with children in educational or caregiving settings.
• Interest in long-term professional growth within a Montessori school.
• Montessori certification or prior Montessori classroom experience (preferred).

Aufgaben

• Prepare and maintain a calm, well-organized classroom environment.
• Present lessons and support children’s independent work.
• Observe children carefully and respond to developmental needs.
• Protect uninterrupted work cycles that support concentration.
• Collaborate with the Teacher Leader and support literacy routines and language-rich classroom interactions.
• Communicate thoughtfully with families and the classroom team.
• Contribute to a culture of respect, curiosity, and independence.

Kenntnisse

Calm demeanor

Growth mindset

Organized

Reliability

Communication

Professional growth

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree

Jobbeschreibung

Sandwich Montessori School – Cape Cod, MA

Full-Time, Salary Range: $41,600-$48,000

EEC Certification Eligibility Required

Join a School Where Educators Grow

At Sandwich Montessori School, we believe adults deserve the same thoughtfully prepared learning environment that children do. Our classrooms are small, collaborative microschools where educators work closely together, develop their craft over time, and grow into long-term educational leaders.

Sandwich Montessori School is part of a growing educational organization focused on building strong Montessori programs and supporting educators for the long term. Teachers work alongside a Teacher Leader as part of a collaborative classroom team. This structure allows you to focus deeply on children while learning from experienced Montessori educators every day.

Montessori Training as Part of the Role

You do not need to arrive as a fully trained Montessori educator. What matters most right now is that you have aligned experience, and bring the right qualities as an educator and a person.

• Daily mentorship from experienced Montessori Teacher Leaders


• Structured observation and coaching within a working Montessori classroom


• Access to Montessori training and professional development opportunities


• A clear pathway toward deeper Montessori certification over time

Many of our strongest educators have grown significantly in their Montessori practice after joining our school and we are committed to making that possible for the right person.

A Collaborative Montessori Classroom Model

Each classroom operates as a collaborative team:

Teachers work closely with the Teacher Leader to support the Montessori environment, guide the daily rhythm of the classroom, and protect the integrity of the Montessori work cycle. Teachers play a key role in preparing the environment, presenting lessons, observing children, and maintaining the calm atmosphere that supports concentration and independence.

What You’ll Do

• Prepare and maintain a calm, well-organized classroom environment


• Present lessons and support children’s independent work


• Observe children carefully and respond to their developmental needs


• Protect uninterrupted work cycles that support concentration


• Collaborate closely with the Teacher Leader -Support literacy routines and language-rich classroom interactions


• Communicate thoughtfully with families and the classroom team


• Contribute to a culture of respect, curiosity, and independence

What Success Looks Like in the First Year

• Maintaining a calm and focused classroom environment


• Presenting Montessori lessons with growing clarity and


• Building strong observational skills to guide children’s learning


• Supporting children’s independence rather than directing every activity


• Demonstrating reliability and professionalism within the classroom team


• Actively engaging in Montessori training and coaching


• Contributing to a positive, respectful culture for children, families, and colleagues

Who Thrives Here

This role requires patience with children, strong reliability, and the ability to remain calm and organized in a busy classroom.

The educators who thrive here tend to be:

• Calm and emotionally steady with children


• Curious and open to feedback, coaching, and continued learning


• Organized and attentive to the prepared environment


• Reliable and consistent in their work with children and colleagues


• Thoughtful communicators with families and team members


• Motivated to grow in their craft as educators

Qualifications Required:

• Current Massachusetts EEC certification or ability to become certified at the preschool level


• A bachelor’s, Associate's degree or equivalent educational background


• Experience working with children in an educational or caregiving setting


• A genuine respect for child development and child-led learning

Preferred (but not required):

• Montessori certification or prior Montessori classroom experience


• Two or more years of classroom experience -Interest in long-term professional growth within a Montessori school

Compensation

We offer competitive compensation based on experience and background.

Teacher salary range: $41,600-$48,000

Additional benefits include:

• Montessori training and professional development support


• Mentorship and leadership development


• Collaborative team teaching structure


• Significant personal and vacation time -Health, mental health, vision and dental insurance -6+ weeks of paid time off yearly


• Opportunities for long-term career growth

Growth Path

At SMS, you are not hired into a role, you are entering a professional pathway toward leadership. Sandwich Montessori School offers a clear career pathway for educators. Compensation and responsibility increase as educators demonstrate mastery and leadership. We invest heavily in training and mentoring so educators can build long-term careers, not just short-term jobs.

Our Hiring Process

Because we invest heavily in developing educators, we take hiring seriously. Our process includes reflection, structured interviews, and opportunities to learn more about our classrooms and Montessori model.

Candidates who are excited about this type of learning environment usually enjoy the process.

We receive many applications and prioritize candidates who thoughtfully complete the application process and demonstrate genuine interest in Montessori education and collaborative school life.