Springfield, VA

St. Mark’s Montessori School, a non-profit school located in Springfield, Virginia is seeking an exceptional applicant with Montessori training or experience, for position of Lead Teacher in our After Care program.

The school houses three primary classrooms, and one Before & After Care classroom. We offer competitive salaries, and several professional development opportunities sponsored by the school throughout the year.

This is an immediate position.
Successful candidates must:
Have at a minimum an Associate's Degree in Early Childhood Education or Montessori Teacher Certification.
Have excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Obtain CPR, First Aid, and MAT certifications.
Successfully complete background checks required by Virginia Department of Social Services.

Salary is commensurate with credentials and experience and competitive with private Montessori schools in the area.

Please send your current resume and a cover letter telling us about yourself and why you believe you are the best candidate for this position. Only applicants providing a current resume and cover letter will be considered.

Contact Information for Applicants
Please email your cover letter and resume to [email protected].

Abingdon, VA

Moonflower Montessori School in Abingdon, VA is seeking a caring and passionate teacher to lead our Elementary (ages 6-12) classroom. Applicants with a certification from a MACTE accredited institution will be given preference.

We are a small school with loads of community support and big aspirations, and look forward to hiring an energetic teacher who can start immediately. Our school is young and vibrant, and we are seeking a light-hearted and hard-working guide to foster it’s continued growth. Applicants with experience will be given priority.

Moonflower Montessori School is located in the historic district of downtown Abingdon, Virginia. Moonflower students engage the local community and have access to art and culture, historic sites, local events, a public library, parks, and a community farmers’ market. Nestled in the heart of southern Appalachia, Abingdon is a regional hub with a thriving arts and culture scene. The area offers abundant opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts to hike, bike, climb, paddle, fish and explore. The combination of a low cost of living and high quality of life makes Abingdon a desirable place to be (www.visitabingdonvirginia.com).

Contact Information for Applicants
Please submit letter of interest and resume/cv to [email protected]

Abingdon, VA

Moonflower Montessori School in beautiful Abingdon, VA is seeking a Montessori trained primary guide to lead our primary classroom (ages 3-6).
We are a young, growing school with dedicated and positive families and children who are excited to bring the Montessori method to southwest VA.

Applicants should have excellent interpersonal skills with both students and parents, be good team members, carry themselves with a sense of integrity, and exhibit passion, joy, and flexibility in their craft.

Applicant’s with MACTE accredited Early Childhood Montessori Certificate are preferred. Applicants with teaching experience will be given priority.

Moonflower Montessori School is located in the historic district of downtown Abingdon, Virginia. Moonflower students engage the local community and have access to art and culture, historic sites, local events, a public library, parks, and a community farmers’ market. Nestled in the heart of southern Appalachia, the town of Abingdon is a regional hub with a thriving arts and culture scene. The area offers abundant opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts to hike, bike, climb, paddle, fish and explore. The combination of a low cost of living and high quality of life makes Abingdon a desirable place to be (www.visitabingdonvirginia.com).

Contact Information for Applicants
Please submit letter of interest and resume/cv to [email protected].

Henrico, Richmond

Richmond Montessori School is looking for a dynamic, experienced, lower elementary lead teacher to serve as a long-term substitute from October through December 2019.

Qualified candidates will possess a Montessori elementary credential and experience in classroom teaching. The school seeks candidates who are skilled, creative, a good sense of humor, a positive outlook, and an appreciation of the unique qualities of the age group are essential.

Candidates should send a cover letter, resume, and a list of references to [email protected].

Contact Information for Applicants
Kimberly Waite,
Assistant Head of School Richmond Montessori School
804.741.0040
[email protected]

Chantilly, Virginia

We are now hiring a Montessori-trained Children's House teacher to join our Spanish immersion classrooms in Chantilly, Virginia! Are you a native Spanish speaker? Are you a passionate, Montessori-trained teacher? Do you want to be part of a team of people working to grow the Montessori movement? Join our team and lead your very own Children's House classroom! In this role, you'll create and lead a model classroom. Through your efforts, parents will see what's possible for their child when authentic, high-quality Montessori is alive and well in the prepared environment. You will be provided with a full set of high-quality materials from leading manufacturers, along with a classroom budget to make your classroom unique.

We offer competitive salaries, health, dental and vision insurance, as well as a generous tuition discount for up to two children at our school. We also provide immigration assistance and visa sponsorship to guides coming to us from other countries.

Want to learn more about us? At Guidepost Montessori, we are a team of educators, first and foremost. Even our founder and CEO is AMI trained, and started his career in the classroom! We've now expanded to become a network of Montessori schools, dedicated to fundamentally changing the face of education in the United States by growing the Montessori movement. From the top-down, we believe in what we do – and we want to invite you to join our community of educators, passionate about spreading high-fidelity Montessori!

We'd love to talk to you if you:
Obtained a Montessori diploma (AMI preferred)
Are a native Spanish speaker Earned a Bachelor's Degree (any subject)
Have experience with the appropriate age group
Help a child by giving them the tools to be successful independently
Are open to guiding your colleagues, and be guided by them in turn
Are eager to partner with parents on their child's journey
Believe in the quote, "A goal without a plan is just a wish,"
Get energized and inspired by working with children!

What we offer:
Ongoing professional development
A network of supportive peers and mentors who regularly share best practices
Career growth and promotion opportunities
A competitive salary
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off and paid holidays
75% tuition discount for two children at any school in our network (we serve children 3 months through 12th grade)
The opportunity to contribute to a high-quality Montessori program that serves the individual needs of each child
​ https://guidepostmontessori.com/chantilly/careers/job/1850435
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Contact Information for Applicants
Emily Ward [email protected]
Higher Ground Talent: [email protected]

HERNDON

Montessori Country School in Herndon, Virginia has an immediate opening for a Montessori experienced assistant o assist in our toddler program and lead our toddler aftercare. This position offers the opportunity to become familiar with our school and toddler program and for a teacher or experienced assistant who might be looking to get her training for an experienced teacher or recent graduate to eventually be able to have her own classroom as enrollment continues to grow. This position has the hours of 8:00 to 4:30. We welcome applicants with AMS or AMI qualifications.

Montessori Country School is situated on nearly two and 1 /2 acres of green open area's. We have an outdoor learning environment and spacious open classrooms. Montessori Country School is 48 year old non-profit school.

We seek an organized, warm, flexible guide with AMS or AMI qualifications or experience Montessori assistant who is authorized to work in the US and is able to communicate effectively and professionally with parents, students, and staff. A positive attitude and sensitivity to confidentiality are essential characteristics for the ideal candidate.

Salary is commensurate with credentials and experience and competitive with private Montessori schools in the area. Please send your cover letter and resume to [email protected] to the attention of Karen Graziano.

Contact Information for Applicants
Karen Graziano
Director Montessori Country School
(703) 437-8285
[email protected]