Teacher

Montessori Association Internationale; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 44,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

403(b) with matching

Paid time off

Professional development support

Job summary

Mountaintop Montessori is seeking a full-time Lower Elementary Guide (Lead Teacher) for the 2026–27 school year, beginning August 2026. The role serves children aged 6–9 in a multi-age Montessori classroom and involves leading the learning environment, collaborating with the elementary team, and engaging with families.

The ideal candidate holds Montessori elementary certification and a bachelor’s degree in Education or related field, with experience working with diverse students.

Qualifications

• Must hold Montessori elementary certification (AMI, AMS, MACTE, or equivalent).
• Bachelor’s degree in Education or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead Guide creates and directs an engaging learning environment.
• Collaborates with the elementary team and works closely with families.
• Supports a classroom assistant and maintains organization and initiative.

Skills

Montessori leadership

Strong communication

Student behavior analysis

Education

Montessori elementary certification

Tools

Classroom management

Job description

Mountaintop Montessori is seeking a full-time Lower Elementary Guide (Lead Teacher) for the 2026–27 school year, beginning August 2026.

This school-year position serves children ages 6–9 in a multi-age Montessori classroom. The Lead Guide creates and directs an engaging learning environment, collaborates with the elementary team, works closely with families, and is supported by a classroom assistant.

Qualifications

Candidates must hold Montessori elementary certification (AMI, AMS, MACTE, or equivalent) and a bachelor’s degree in Education or a related field. Ideal applicants have experience working with diverse students and families, strong communication skills, and prior elementary classroom experience. The role requires the ability to analyze student behavior, apply appropriate interventions, manage classroom communications, and maintain strong organization and initiative.

About Mountaintop

Mountaintop Montessori is an independent school serving children from 18 months through eighth grade. Located on a scenic 9-acre campus in Charlottesville’s Pantops area, the school has provided authentic Montessori education for over 40 years.

Compensation & Benefits

Salary starts at $48,500 and is based on education and experience.

• health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 403(b) with matching
• paid time off
• professional development support