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ASSISTANT TEACHER: LOWER ELEMENTARY | Talent Pool for 2025 - 2026 Academic Year

Richmond Montessori School | Richmond, VA, United States

Posted Date 4/14/2025
Description

The Lower Elementary Montessori Assistant Teacher is responsible for all aspects related to supporting the lead teacher in their efforts to advance the education of the students, utilizing the best principles and practices based on the Montessori pedagogy of education. The assistant supports the teacher in delivering the core Montessori philosophy of respect for the individual child, preparation of the environment, fostering independence, order, and concentration in the child, respect for sensitive periods, recognizing the importance of intrinsic motivation and the absorbent mind.

PART-TIME HOURLY, 10 MONTH POSITION | Hours: 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM, Monday through Friday

In this role, you will:

  • Participate in classroom community events and prepare the classroom environment
  • Support the learning process in the classroom by assisting individuals with academic, social, and personal growth and by delivering lead-teacher-prepared small group lessons
  • Create a positive environment with the lead teacher in which all children feel known and valued and modeling grace and courtesy when interacting with other adults as a model for the children to emulate
  • Collaborate with other assistant teachers and lead teachers to ensure a safe and healthy student experience during lunch and recess each day
  • Participate in level and faculty meetings and all-school professional development meetings
  • Support student social development and behavior in alignment with Positive Discipline guidelines.
  • Communicate in a timely and efficient manner with colleagues
  • Engage in continuing professional growth and development practices
  • Participate in the life of the school through regular presence at major events as a means of supporting the students and the mission of the school

This job description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties or skills required for the job and is subject to review and change at any time at the discretion of the Head of School.

We seek people with:

  • Bachelor’s degree required.
  • Minimum of two years of classroom experience or working with students. Montessori classroom experience is a plus
  • Passion and joy for working with school-aged children (6-9 years old) and an enthusiasm for learning
  • A clear commitment to diversity, community, and inclusion in school communities, as expressed in RMS’s diversity mission statement
  • Personal traits and communication style that nurture the growth of children
  • An agile, growth mindset and a solid work ethic
  • Works cooperatively with adults and is a collaborative team player
  • Solutions driven with the capacity to manage ambiguity
  • Comfort with using technology daily and a willingness to learn and navigate specific platforms, such as Google and student information systems
  • Certifications, Licenses, or Registrations: First Aid/CPR certification required (school will sponsor)

RMS is seeking a qualified and passionate Elementary Assistant Teacher to join our talent pool for the 2025-2026 academic year. While this is not a current opening, we are always looking to connect with talented educators who align with our missions. Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their application for future consideration.

Please note: The application must be complete in it’s entirety; progress cannot be saved. Please be prepared to submit the following documents:

  • Resume
  • Cover letter
  • Three references
  • Three most recent employers
  • Certifications, if applicable 

 Position Classification: 10-month, faculty, non-exempt, part-time, hourly position

Reports to: Lead Lower Elementary Teacher

Position Begins: August 13th, 2025

 A premier educational community

For close to 60 years Richmond Montessori School (RMS) has remained dedicated to providing an authentic Montessori education in a student-centered environment and has remained true to the mission of its founders and the principles of Dr. Maria Montessori. RMS is a non-profit 501(c)(3) independent school dually-accredited by the American Montessori Society and the Virginia Association of Independent Schools. The school serves approximately 310 students ages 18 months to 14 years on two adjacent campuses, which incorporate eleven acres of beautiful green space, located in the west end of Richmond, Virginia. The RMS team includes a diverse group of passionate faculty and staff, fully committed to our core values of Character, Community, Authenticity, Respect and Excellence.

 

RMS culture supports continuous learning through professional development, benefits including: paid time off, opportunities for networking with state, regional, and national educational associations, and tuition reduction and program discounts for staff children admitted in our programs.

 
Montessori Credential Level
Credential Not Required
Education Required
Bachelor's Degree
Job Type
Classroom Teacher/Staff
Position Type
Part-Time (academic year)
Phone(804) 741-0040 34

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