Herndon & Centreville

1. Hold a Bachelors / Master’s degree in Child Development or Early Childhood Education or related field.
2. Have experience in working with small / large childcare facilities with all age group of children.
3. Ability to supervise staff from diverse backgrounds.
4. Skills to create a sense of community among staff, children, and families.
5. Develop and implement policies and objectives of the program in cooperation with the management.
6. Develop and execute an on-going program of activities which contributes to the care, growth and development of the children at the center and of each child as an individual.
7. Select and orient personnel to work at the center and hire necessary replacements when vacancies occur.
8. Maintain a system of records (in accordance with the State child day center licensing procedures) for financial and statistical purposes.
9. Evaluate facilities, resources, teaching and support personnel, and make recommendations or decisions about promotions, salaries, and dismissals.
10. Work with parents including:
a. Interviewing each parent at time of child enrollment.
b. Being available for telephone or personal parent conferences when necessary.
c. Planning and attending parent meetings. Working with the teachers to devise a progress report on each child to be given to the parents twice a year.
d. Editing and distributing a quarterly newsletter of activities at the center to parents and administration.
11. Serve as a mentor and model to the staff on professional conduct, including confidentiality, best practice, and quality service to children and families.
12. Work with the community to establish a relationship, which will assist in the successful implementation of goals and objectives for the center.

Contact Information for Applicants
Mr. Nag Call/Text: 443-995-4113

Fishersville, VA

Staunton Montessori School in Fishersville, Virginia, is seeking its next Head of School. The ideal candidate has a passion for Montessori education, along with strong communication and creative problem-solving skills. They will have experience in leadership, enrollment, operations, and team-building in addition to the business aspects of management such as finance, marketing, facilities, budgeting, fundraising, and working with a Board.

The school typically has 120-135 students throughout the program; however, the COVID impact has brought that number closer to 100 students. There are seven classrooms: two primary, two lower elementary, one upper elementary, one lower adolescent, and one upper adolescent.

The Head of School is a year-round position, including summer, and the contracted year runs from July 1st through June 30th. ​For 2021, this position will start prior to that date, ideally in May 2021, but that is negotiable.

Contact Information for Applicants
For full job listing and application process, visit https://www.stauntonmontessori.org/admin-search/ Submit your documents to the Search Committee via email at ​search@stauntonmontessori.org

Aldie, Virginia

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! We are looking for Montessori trained teachers to join our founding team at our Aldie, South Riding, and Alexandria, VA campus's. 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. Want to learn more about us?

www.guidepostmontessori.com/careers

Contact Information for Applicants
Talent@tohigherground.com www.guidepostmontessori.com/careers
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Richmond VA

Tuckahoe Montessori School seeks a Lead Elementary teacher to join our thriving Montessori program. Tuckahoe Montessori has been serving the Richmond community for over forty years and enjoys a lovely location in the near West End of Richmond nestled in 4 acres of wooded surrounds.

Our Mission: We are a community dedicated to fostering empathy, encouraging global citizenship, and cultivating self-actualization and independence in children. TMS is seeking a highly motivated teacher who will be responsible for providing a nurturing, productive learning environment for our Elementary learners. The teacher will provide day-to-day guidance to the students and will be the primary resource for correspondence with Elementary parents. The teacher will also be responsible for collaborating with their colleagues to develop interdisciplinary units of study as needed and to play leadership roles in the school. A full job description will be provided to interested candidates.

Qualifications Education and Experience: • Montessori Certification from a Montessori Accreditation Committee for Teacher Education (MACTE) approved program (AMS, AMI, NCME, etc.) appropriate to Elementary level. • Bachelor’s Degree • Teaching experience in an instructional setting ideally with students of diverse learning abilities If you would like to learn more about the TMS community, please reach out via email to Amanda Edmondson at amanda@tuckahoemontessori.org In the email, TMS would like to see your resume as well as hear briefly about what you love about Montessori.

Contact Information for Applicants
Amanda Edmondson
6818 West Grace St.
Henrico VA 23226
amanda@tuckahoemontessori.org

Alexandria, VA

Aquinas Montessori School seeks an enthusiastic, organized, and creative Primary guide with either AMI or AMS Montessori qualifications for a full or part-time position beginning in January 2021.

Guides must be authorized to work in the US and have excellent communication and interpersonal skills. 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.

Aquinas was established in 1965 and serves children ages 3 to 12.

Contact Information for Applicants
Please send your CV and resume to
aquinasmontessorimv@gmail.com to the attention of Celeste Baucom.

Richmond, Va

Wild Fern Montessori School is looking for a qualified Lead Toddler Guide. The Wild Fern Toddler Program is launching in January 2021. This is a wonderful opportunity for an experienced Montessorian to work at a small nonprofit, with a tight-knit group of colleagues, and have your experience and voice valued while serving our community in making Montessori equitable.
Planning, Preparation, and Instruction Plans and implements age-appropriate Montessori curriculum throughout the year.
Oversees the flow of the classroom.
Keeps a well-prepared and organized classroom with regular material and activities rotating throughout the year.
Meets regularly with assistants for planning weekly/monthly lessons, reviewing children, revitalizing/revising the classroom.
Maintains close communication with assistants and Program Director.
Sets up and cleans the classroom, at the beginning/end and throughout the school year. Establishes and maintains a record-keeping system to track the children’s progress in Brightwheel.
Uses various assessment tools/strategies such as observations, children’s work samples, continuums of development, portfolios, etc. to help make instructional decisions for individual students.
Maintains a safe, clean, caregiving environment, practices handwashing, and safe food handling procedures, and assures the well-being and safety of all of the children in that environment. Orders classroom materials and supplies within the classroom budget.
Helps with daily activities including snack and lunch set up and clean up, dressing and undressing, toilet and diaper needs, nap time, music and art, practical life activities, sensorial work, and cooking projects, and outdoor play.
Supports the Montessori and Me Toddler Playgroup as needed.
* Communications
Ensures respectful and open lines of communication with parents.
Attends and responds to parent concerns and questions in a timely manner.
Sends weekly newsletters from the classroom, highlighting the week’s activities, upcoming events, and the Montessori curriculum.
Conducts individual parent conferences twice a year to discuss each child’s growth and development.
Helps educate parents in the Montessori philosophy and finds ways to involve parents in the program.
Facilitates a respectful environment for children and adults by advocating conflict resolution and Grace and Courtesy lessons.
Respects and protects the privacy of children, parents, and staff.
Professional Responsibility Participates in the ongoing evaluation including classroom observations, feedback meetings with Programs Director and Executive Director, and an annual self-assessment.
Maintains teaching skills and participates in professional development activities (both within the school and attendance at conferences, workshops).
Complies with all continuing education requirements including annual training hours required through the Virginia Department of Social Services for licensed childcare providers.
Attends staff meetings, professional days, fundraising events, and other collegial activities designed to make the entire school a productive learning environment.
Checks email daily and respond as appropriate to requests/questions from the administration. Adheres to all school policies and guidelines established in the employee handbook.
Assists in the development of and participates in school functions, including Open Houses, Orientation, Parent Education, etc.
Qualifications & Skills
AMI or AMS Montessori Certification and Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Development or related field.
Three (3) years of experience working in a setting with toddlers, preferably in a Montessori environment.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills with children, parents, and other staff members. Experience working with diverse students and families.
Nurturing, calm, kind, and respectful, with an open attitude towards all children and families.
Is creative, flexible, loving, and patient.
Must be able to analyze student behavior and apply appropriate intervention.
To be completed upon hire, before school starts:
Current Tuberculosis test
Complete Central Registry and state background check and fingerprints
First Aid/CPR Certification
Contact Information for Applicants
email resume to kate@wildfernmont.org
Email and name of person submitting listing
hello@wildfernmont.org

The Plains, VA

Grace Montessori School is currently accepting applications for reliable and hard working classroom assistants and substitute teachers to support our students ages 18-months- 6 years. We are looking for caring and energetic people who can help maintain a safe learning environment and provide support to students.

The ideal candidate must have a loving commitment to working with children and experience working with children in a school/child care setting. This is a fun and flexible job where you get to build lasting relationships and interact with a variety of personalities.

Duties
Responsible for the well being of the children in the classroom as well as supporting with a variety of tasks that include, but are not limited to : classroom organization, cleaning, playground supervision and lunch supervision. When working with toddlers may also have nap supervision duties. Supporting the lead teacher (no direct teaching) MUST: * Have a joyful disposition and love of working with children * Previous experience working with toddlers in a daycare/school setting * Have the ability to interact with students and co-workers in a warm, empathetic, confident manner. * Have the ability to be flexible and follow the needs of young children * Have the ability to squat & sit on the floor * Be willing to learn about the Montessori method * Be reliable * Be able to clear TB test and criminal background check upon hire Preferred: * Previous experience working in a Montessori classroom a bonus * Bi-lingual - Spanish speaker a plus!

Contact Information for Applicants
Head of School - Micah Earle
email - info@gmstheplains.org

Arlington, VA

We are looking to hire a POD leader for our preschool Montessori pod. We are working with Guidepost Montessori, which is a Montessori school that provides training to POD leaders in Montessori methods (the training is three weeks). There is a POD leader/teacher training coming up at the end of September and we are trying to find a teacher/leader willing to do the training and become our POD leader. Guidepost provides a curriculum and supplies. Currently, our POD has four four-year old boys in it. The POD will be located in Arlington/Fairfax, Virginia. Background in early childhood education/Montessori education preferred!
Contact Information for Applicants
aiysha2@gmail.com or arslan.malik@gmail.com

Northern Neck - White Stone, VA

We are seeking a Montessori teacher for our 6 and 9-year-old. This is a 1-2 day a week commitment. We have a school set up and hope to get some support with Math, Reading, and Writing and whatever is your specialty. We do want in-person education at this time.

Contact Information for Applicants
Cameron Harrington
Cameron.d.harrington@gmail.com
720-227-3028
Patrick Harrington
Patrick.harrington@kindnesscollective.com
303-669-8662

Alexandria

The Montessori School of Alexandria is seeking an AMS or AMI trained full -time teacher.
We will begin classes on August 25th.
Candidates need to be able to communicate well and be a team player.
Salary is commensurate with experience.

Our community feels like a family.
MSA is celebrating our 50th anniversary this year.

Contact Information for Applicants
Head of School- Corinne Salahi
703-960-3498
montschoolalex@vacoxmail.com

HERNDON, VA

Montessori Country School Has A; Once-in-a-lifetime-opportunity (we are not kidding) if you are dedicated to children, are a self-starter who brings interesting ideas to your workplace, and are passionate about furthering your OWN learning! WHERE? Montessori Country School, a private Montessori School in Herndon, VA, serving children from ages 16 months to 6 or 6 years of age. WHO? We need a team player who is: * AMI or AMS trained at Primary level if you have Elementary as well, even better * Eager to practice authentic Montessori * Passionate about parent education and philanthropy MCS team members are outgoing, positive, mature, have a good sense of humor, are highly organized, detail oriented, professional and managerial, efficient, proactive and dedicated to children! Qualified individuals need to be able to switch gears at a moment's notice, multi-task, and get things done without micromanagement!

Contact Information for Applicants
Karen Graziano
Director
info@mcsherndon.com

HERNDON, VA

Montessori Country School has a; Once-in-a-lifetime-opportunity (we are not kidding) if you are dedicated to children, are a self-starter who brings interesting ideas to your workplace, and are passionate about furthering your OWN learning!

WHERE? Montessori Country School, a private Montessori School in Herndon, VA, serving children from ages 16 months to 5 year olds.

WHO? We need a team player who is:
* Montesssori trained or experienced assistants
* Eager to work alongside authentic Montessori environments.

MCS team members are outgoing, positive, mature, have a good sense of humor, are highly organized, detail oriented, professional and managerial, efficient, proactive and dedicated to children!

Qualified individuals need to be able to switch gears at a moment's notice, multi-task, and get things done without micromanagement!

Contact Information for Applicants
Karen Graziano
info@mcsherndon.com

Alexandria, VA

Aquinas and Old Town Montessori Schools are seeking flexible and creative elementary and primary guides.

Due to COVID-19, we may be able to accommodate teachers who are seeking part time or full time schedules.

We seek organized and warm guides with either AMI or AMS Montessori qualifications who are authorized to work in the US and are 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.

Aquinas Montessori School is situated on nearly two wooded acres of property formerly owned by George Washington.

Old Town Montessori School is located in the heart of historic Old Town Alexandria. Both campuses are near Washington, DC, the Potomac River and the National Mall. We are close to the outdoors as well as to the best museums, theaters, and restaurants.

Established in 1965, Aquinas and Old Town Montessori Schools serve children ages 3 to 12 in 8 classrooms on two campuses.

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

Contact Information for Applicants
Please send your cover letter and resume to:
aquinasmontessorimv@gmail.com
to the attention of Sheri Brennig.

Springfield, VA

St. Mark’s Montessori School (SMMS), located in Springfield, Virginia, a close-in suburb of Washington, DC, is seeking a new Director for the 2021-2022 school year.

Founded in 1968, SMMS is dedicated to providing a high quality, authentic Montessori curriculum. It adheres to AMI Montessori principles in philosophy and implementation. As one of the oldest Montessori schools in the region, SMMS is rich in history, tradition, and ritual.

The next Director at SMMS be will be a compassionate, pragmatic, and flexible Montessorian. A strong teaching background will enable them to support children, staff, and parents in the authentic implementation of Montessori methodology. The ability to balance the execution of a high-quality Montessori program with savvy business, financial and operational decisions is essential. Montessori credential required, with preference for AMI diploma.

For further details about this position, please see the Opportunity Statement .

Application deadline is August 1, 2020

Contact Information for Applicants

If you are interested in learning more, or applying for this position,
please contact Lisa Sarafidis,
lisa@metromontessori.com
or call (301) 230-0901.

​Charlottesville, VA

Albemarle Montessori Children's Community is looking for an upbeat individual to step into the role of the assistant in one of our Primary Classrooms, as the previous assistant will be going to train to be a Lead Guide. As you can see, we support growth here. The classroom is still fairly new and it will take some time and patience to help the children settle into the groove, so we are looking for someone goal oriented with great follow through. The position is full time, Mon through Fri, and starts at 7:15 am each day. It involves helping children stay focused by limiting distractions, assisting with conflict resolution, cleaning the materials and classroom, and following state laws concerning daycares. In the time of COVID, we may have more cleaning duties than are typical and less food prep duties than are typical.

Contact Information for Applicants
Applicants to Albemarle Montessori Children's Community should contact Fred or Julia at 434-244-2471
or
​admin@mccvmontessori.com

Arlington, VA

Metta Montessori School is looking for the right person to guide their new toddler classroom. We are located in the vibrant heart of South Arlington surrounded by restaurants, stores, and many housing options. Our children walk to the library, the nearby senior center, and park. Our older children use the metro to enjoy the museums downtown. We are a community of learners: children and teachers evolving and growing together in a supportive community.

As a teacher, you will be supported by our AMI trained director and fellow teachers. You will work closely with the lead A-I teacher with years of experience. Above all, you will be surrounded by an incredibly supportive community of parents. You have an A-I, AMI certification/have experience in a Montessori toddler community and is wanting to take the training. You are flexible, adaptable, and open to learning. You appreciate cultural diversity and incorporate it into your teaching. You can work with others, is responsible, hard-working, and organized. Above all, you are humble and ready to follow the child.

Contact Information for Applicants
Chris - 703-728-8133
chrishperera@msn.com

Alexandria, VA

The Old Town Montessori School in Alexandria, Virginia has a fall opening in a well-established classroom for an AMI-trained primary guide. We welcome applicants who are experienced teachers or recent graduates.

Old Town Montessori School is situated in the beautiful and historic district of Old Town Alexandria, an area filled with colonial ambiance and charming restaurants and shops. We are a short drive to the National Mall and all the history, monuments, and museums that Washington, DC has to offer.
Our school is part of the larger Aquinas Montessori School located in the Mount Vernon area of Alexandria.

We seek an organized, warm, flexible primary guide with Montessori qualifications 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.

www.aquinasmontessorischool.com

Contact Information for Applicants
Please send your cover letter and resume to
aquinasmontessorimv@gmail.com
to the attention of Celeste Baucom.

Marshall, VA

Mountainside Montessori School is currently accepting applications for an AMI Toddler and Primary Guide.

Mountainside was established in 2003 and is an AMI, farm based program, Toddler through Adolescent. We offer a creative, supportive environment that integrates sustainable agriculture, environmental literacy, and free play in nature with a solid academic program.

Our school campus is located on a 10-acre farm in the historic town of Marshall, VA. Our classrooms are designed to incorporate both indoor and outdoor spaces and reflect our mission of environmental stewardship, sustainable agriculture, and free play in nature.

Located at the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, we are surrounded by some of the most beautiful horse farms in the country, steeped in American history, and just one hour away from our nation’s capital.

Ideal candidates will have completed the AMI Toddler/Primary training or the equivalent. He/She will be motivated and flexible with a fun-loving nature and a strong desire to work with children and their families. He/She will also be passionate, dedicated and enthusiastic about fostering a life-long love of learning.

Please send cover letter and resume to:
Edel Kunkel
4206 Belvoir Rd. Marshall, VA 20115
Edel@mountainsidemontessori.com
www.mountainsidemontessori.com
Phone: (540) 253-5025

Greensboro, NC

Do you love working with adolescent students? In them do you see their power, potential, capabilities, and sparkle? In them do you see both struggle and a limitless capacity for greatness? If so, you might like hanging out with us.

We are a 250-student, 45-year-old, toddler-through-ninth-grade, independent school located in Greensboro, North Carolina. We are accredited by both the American Montessori Society and the Southern Association of Independent Schools, and our middle school program is 25 years old.

Building on an incredible base –– passionate faculty; field trips to New York City, Arizona, and Costa Rica; a student-driven schedule; a micro-economy run by students; a farm-to-fork program also managed by students in our commercial-grade teaching kitchen; and a 37-acre satellite campus where we spend a full week every six weeks on project-based learning, community building, and environmental education –– we are in the process of growing and enhancing our program even more.

We dream of being one of the best Montessori adolescent programs in the country for our students and the local community, and we have all the pieces in place. We just need one more dynamic, driven, and dream-filled educator to round out our Junior High team.

Our seventh, eighth, and ninth graders are grouped together in Junior High (technically, we call our program Junior High and not Middle School). We graduate students in both eighth and ninth grades. Relatively new, our ninth grade is an opportunity for outstanding students to further develop the skills and courage they need to unleash their full potential. The experience includes several unique capstone projects, honors-level classes that meet all North Carolina ninth grade requirements, and a student-planned and student-led international trip. We currently have 25 students in Junior High, and we imagine our ideal size being closer to 35 students.

​Our Junior High curriculum focuses on applied academics and experiential learning tailored specifically for adolescent-aged students. Our program is driven by a commitment to excellence in all that we do –– academically, socially, and programmatically. The curriculum reflects current adolescent development research; incorporates North Carolina state educational guidelines; and is based on Montessori principles such as multi-age classrooms, personalized learning, and project-based curriculum. As an independent school, we allow teachers to teach, and we are not constrained by antiquated educational models, nor cumbersome practices.

Our new teammate will be a 10-month, part-time teacher, working with the broader Upper School team and working closest with a small group of Junior High teachers who have expertise in history, science, and math. Growth potential towards a full-time position is possible.

The teacher should be prepared to work four hours per day, Monday through Friday, with roughly 2.75 contact hours with students in classroom responsibilities from 8:30 a.m. to 11:15 p.m. While Montessori experience is not required, Montessori value alignment is.

If not from Montessori, candidates should have taught adolescents in some kind of experiential, inquiry-based, project-based, constructivist, or similar student-centered learning approach. The ideal applicant should be a strong writer and reader, as they will lead our language arts curriculum, with a focus on high-quality composition, Socratic seminar, literature study, and the overall beauty of language.

The ideal applicant should have significant adolescent teaching experience and be ready to bring substantive contributions to our team. A commitment to inclusivity and a professional balance of collaborative flexibility and drive for excellence are also key. A master’s degree in a related field is preferred. Above all, in our new teammate we are looking for a good heart and a good mind.

Our School is a great place to be for students and adults, alike. If you are a committed and passionate educator with a love for nurturing and challenging adolescents, we want to meet you.

If you are from outside the Piedmont Triad area of North Carolina, you should know that Greensboro is a wonderful, medium-sized, and very affordable city that is just three hours from the beach and two hours from the mountains.
P.S. We also want a teammate with a great sense of humor and a willingness to work super hard; someone who is an attentive listener, self-aware, and open-minded. Bonus if you speak Spanish.

Oh, and someone who might drive one of our 18-passenger school buses.

P.P.S. While this position is part-time, if the absolute perfect fit for our team needs full-time employment, then we will consider this.

Contact Information for Applicants
If you are interested in joining our team, please email a
(1) cover letter,
(2) résumé,
(3) picture that somehow captures what you think is a critical part of the learning process,
(4) examples of exemplary written work from your current or former students, and
(5) a philosophy of education statement
to our director of human resources, Heather Goggin, at heather.goggin@gms.org.

Greensboro, NC

Professional and personable … serious and silly … meticulous and magical … inspired and inspiring. If those four alliterative pairings fit you (and if you know the deep value of bringing your teachers chocolate at just the right moment), you might fit in pretty well at Greensboro Montessori School.

We are seeking a passionate and skilled Montessori leader to join our crew and to fill a newly created administration role of director of lower school.

Our School
We are a 250-student, toddler-through-ninth-grade, independent school located in Greensboro, North Carolina and are accredited by both the American Montessori Society and the Southern Association of Independent Schools. For 45 years, our deep commitment to Montessori pedagogy and program have allowed us to successfully help students unleash their full potential. Our main campus is 10-acres that includes three buildings, four permaculture gardens, multiple outside play spaces, an athletic field, gymnasium, commercial kitchen, and an acre of woods. And with a fantastic group of faculty and staff, very supportive and engaged families, a clear long-range plan, a 37-acre satellite environmental education campus, a strong financial portfolio, and a fantastic board of trustees, we are rock-solid and field-tested.

Our Lower School includes three Toddler rooms (13 students each), four Primary rooms (20 to 24 students each), and two Lower Elementary rooms (25 to 30 students each). After 30 years of service to our community, our associate head of school has announced their retirement, and we are transitioning to having a director of lower school (Toddler, Primary, Lower Elementary) and a director of upper school (Upper Elementary, Junior High), both of whom report directly to the head of school and advise them on running all parts of the school.

Pedagogical Pedigree
Our new director of lower school must have a deep commitment to and significant experience with Montessori philosophy. AMS credentialing and several years teaching experience in at least one of the Lower School divisions (Toddler, Primary, Lower Elementary) is a must. Additionally, they need to value and have direct experience with teaching to students’ different learning styles, being a champion for professional development, and building and maintaining strong parent partnerships.

Leadership Style
We seek a leader who believes in empowering faculty — in being a servant leader. We believe leadership is based on authenticity, humility, and connections, not power and control. We seek someone who is calm under pressure, who sees both the big picture and the hundreds of myriad details, who believes in our peace curriculum, and who finds joy in their work every day.

Our new director of lower school will be equally confident supporting faculty as managing difficult parent conversations as getting down on the ground and giving a lesson to a student. We want to feel comfortable asking this person for help, knowing that we won’t be judged and that we may gain some practical tips or insights derived from your many past Montessori experiences.

Needed Skills and Experiences
- Proven school leadership experience.
- Montessori-aligned pedagogy and philosophy of learning.
- At least five years Montessori teaching in in a lower school environment (Toddler, Primary, Elementary).
- MACTE or AMS credential in at least one of the three lower school divisions (Infant & Toddler, Early Childhood, or Elementary I).
- Experience cultivating a professional adult learning culture.
- Strong spoken, digital, and written communication and interpersonal skills.
- Impeccable attention to detail and organization, especially in terms of managing student outcomes, check-lists, and spiraling vertical curricula.
- Flexibility and the ability to listen deeply.
- Master’s degree in a relevant field.

Roles and Responsibilities
The director of lower school is a 12-month position and will be responsible for coordinating the 18-month to third grade curriculum and program, as well as the 20 to 25 faculty who teach within the divisions. Coordination will include internal and external communications, scheduling, parent partnership, student outcome and program assessment, bridge to the administration team, budget review, and being the face of our Lower School. Direct contact with students in various capacities will be part of the job, in addition to coaching and partnering with faculty and families. They will also support other members of administration, offering high-level oversight to our after-school and summer camp programs and working closely with our director of upper school.

Contact Information for Applicants
If you want to help us nurture and challenge our 18-month-olds through our third graders, and if you have the skills to lead an extremely talented and dedicated group of Montessori educators, we want to hear from you. If you are from outside the Piedmont Triad area of North Carolina, know that this state is a fantastic place to live and that Greensboro is a wonderful, very affordable, medium-sized city. Relocation support is available. We will share more about the interview process with applicants once they apply. The position ideally starts August 1, 2020, but we have some unique flexibility as to when the position could start.

Please email a (1) cover letter, (2) résumé, (3) single digital picture that captures what you think is a critical part of Montessori philosophy, and (4) your leadership statement to our director of human resources, ​Heather Goggin, at heather.goggin@gms.org.

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Richmond, VA

Over the last forty years, Tuckahoe Montessori School has grown from its beginnings in a one-room schoolhouse serving a small group of children between the ages three to six to a school that spans the toddler years through elementary school. Each day at TMS you can find what made that one room schoolhouse so special — warmth, welcome, and joyful learning.

TMS seeks to find a certified Elementary teacher to continue the growth of our program. Our Elementary program has been consistently growing based on our reputation of meeting each child where they are and from a growth mindset cultivating them into global citizens. We are looking for a guide to bring energy and passion to our program through and adherence to Montessori’s principles.

We are looking for new members to join is in maintaining this unique environment in the 20.21 school year. The school offers a flexible schedule, Simple IRA, PTO, and Training Opportunities. Additionally, a 50% tuition discount is offered for teacher’s children. Please review more specific details on the opportunities below. 
Hours: 7:50AM – 3:30PM
Monday-Friday

The ideal candidate will have three years of experience in the Montessori Environment. Candidates who do not currently possess a certification, yet have experience in an Elementary environment, are encouraged to apply. During the interview, the certification process will be discussed. 

To be considered for a position, please send your resume along with a cover letter to amanda@tuckahoemontessori.org 

Williamsburg, VA

Williamsburg Montessori School seeks an Assistant for our Lower Elementary classroom (ages 6-9) for the 2020-2021 school year. The assistant will support the Lead teachers in the preparation and organization of the classroom and will demonstrate respect, cooperation and professionalism when working with students and colleagues. Additional duties include supervision of children in the classroom, on the playground and on field trips.

The successful candidate will have experience working with elementary children and an interest in Montessori philosophy. Bachelor's degree required.
This is a full-time, 10 month position with benefits with the hours of 8:00am-4:00pm, Monday-Friday.

Contact Information for Applicants
Please send resume and cover letter to wms@williamsburgmontessori.org

Bedford, VA

World Community Education Center is seeking an Upper Elementary teacher for a mixed age (9-12) classroom of 7 to 10 students, to begin August 2020. We seek a dedicated and nurturing individual, enthusiastic about children and eager to join our small, family-oriented community on a beautiful rural campus. The ideal educator will guide students’ academic, social, physical, emotional and spiritual needs; challenging each child to reach his/her fullest potential, in accordance with the Montessori philosophy.

Since 1975, WCEC has offered quality Montessori education based on universal values and love of learning. We cultivate a strong sense of community through school-wide activities, service projects, and outdoor experiences. In addition to the traditional Montessori curriculum, we embrace other areas and methods of learning.

This position is a 10-month position (August-May) for approximately 28hrs/week. There is some flexibility in hours.

Full Job Description
To apply please submit:
Letter of Introduction & Resume
to Head of School, Atefeh Leavitt:  AtefehL@gmail.com

Vienna
Fiore Montessori School
Immediate opening for an AMI trained Assistant to Infancy guide for our toddler environment. This class serves children ages 16 months to 36 months.

Fiore is an AMI school with a charming home-like environment indoors, a lovely outdoor space that is directly outside the classroom as well as a separate entrance for toddlers. We are proud of the naturally constructed toddler yard and walkways which have been beautifully landscaped to inspire movement and exploration. Our school currently enrolls up to 99 students which includes one toddler classroom, three primary classrooms, one of which is an all day Montessori environment and a 6-12 elementary class.

We are located in Vienna, Virginia and convenient to Washington DC. The campus is located in a neighborhood setting directly across the street from a large botanical garden and less than a mile from Wolf Trap Performing Arts Center.

Fiore is proud to be able to offer a competitive salary and benefits to our faculty and staff. We are also willing to consider sponsoring the right candidate for training or to complete training. Both our Head of School and Assistant Head of School are trained AMI guides with years of experience in the classroom.

Please send your resume and a cover letter of interest to Assistant Head of School, Jan Deason, at jan@fioremontessori.com.
www.fioremontessori.com

Alexandria, VA

The substitute will oversee an established classroom of three-to-six-year-old students, with the help of an experienced assistant, from December 10, 2019 to December 20, 2019 (although we are looking for an on-call substitute for other dates as they arise.

Contact Information for Applicants
Cindy Lanham or Corinne Salahi
Montessori School of Alexandria
703-960-3498
montschoolalex@vacoxmail.com