Join Our Growing Montessori Community!
Are you passionate about Montessori education and ready to help shape an incredible Montessori program? Do you thrive in an environment that values collaboration, growth, and autonomy? Are you interested to learn to help lead a school while also teaching in the classroom? Sandwich Montessori School is looking for a kind, caring, Montessori-certified teacher with an entrepreneurial spirit to join our team as the next Teacher Leader in a Children’s House classroom of students 2.9-6 years of age.
About Us: At Sandwich Montessori School, we are guided by the ideals of Montessori education, focusing on literacy, strategic thinking, and outdoor learning. We’re on an exciting journey to build the most engaging and inspiring program around, and we’re seeking someone who shares our vision of creating a vibrant, supportive, and growth-focused community for our students and teachers and our family community. We are committed to helping children become kinder, braver, and stronger individuals, and we strive for the same growth within our team through support, professional development, and dedication to individual growth. Our two-acre campus allows us to get outside as much as possible, in all weather, to connect with nature. We also aim to expand our teaching programs beyond our physical campus and into the broader community, extending learning opportunities outside the classroom walls. There is ample opportunity for someone to put their stamp on Sandwich Montessori School in terms of excellence, innovation, and creativity.
The Opportunity: As a Teacher Leader, you will have the unique opportunity to contribute to an environment where every child, family, and educator thrives. Our Teacher Leader role is designed to emphasize freedom, autonomy, and the accountability that comes with it. You will have the freedom to innovate and the responsibility to ensure success, working hard to give your all in creating an exceptional learning environment. This role is not a traditional Lead Teacher role; it is about being an excellent teacher and a proactive leader who takes initiative, drives school growth, and supports a culture of excellence. You’ll help develop and deliver outstanding Montessori learning experiences, participate in shaping school-wide initiatives, and work collaboratively with a passionate team committed to operational excellence. We’re not just looking for a teacher; we’re looking for a leader who is excited to be a key part of our growth journey.
The Teacher Leader Model:
The Teacher Leader model at SMS is a partnership between progam Teacher Leaders who create and lead our small, community-based school. Teacher Leaders are both educators and administrators, who are each responsible for teaching, curriculum development, staff coordination and community engagement. Teacher Leaders are expected to be visionary, self-reflective, equity-focused, and collaborative. They are also responsible for the overall success of their school and are primarily accountable to themselves and each other.
What You'll Do:
- Collaborate with co-teachers to create a calm, beautifully prepared learning environment
- Develop strong, positive relationships with families, embodying our partnership with families approach
- Support the growth of our program through enrollment efforts and new programming
- Share your unique ideas and gifts to help Sandwich Montessori School reach its full potential
- Engage in professional development and take ownership of your growth
- Work with Teacher Leaders across the school to create a collaborative culture of school leadership
- Be a leader in fostering an environment where all educators are informed, connected, and empowered
- Encourage and support children to become kinder, braver, and stronger individuals
- Expand learning beyond the classroom by embracing nature, integrating outdoor experiences, and engaging with the broader community
- Provide families with an experience that they can’t find at any other school including excellent education, Disney-like customer service, and a team that is the most knowledgeable, responsible and skilled.
- Create a school where beauty is everywhere, and the prepared environment is part of all spaces, indoors and out, and across campus. At SMS, the prepared environment includes preparation of the adults as well.
We Value:
- Montessori Excellence: A deep connection to Montessori principles and a commitment to implementing developmentally appropriate practices
- Growth Mindset: Dedication to ongoing personal and professional development
- Collaboration: Working well with others to achieve shared goals and supporting colleagues with kindness and integrity
- Innovation: Bringing new ideas and solutions to enhance our school and the learning environment
- Accountability: Understanding that with the freedom to innovate comes the responsibility to work hard, be successful, and contribute meaningfully to the school community
- Nature and Community: A passion for integrating outdoor learning and expanding the classroom into the community
Benefits of Joining Our Team:
- A School leadership role that includes teaching and administration in a supportive and collaborative community
- Continuous professional development, including coaching, AMS/MSM/IMC/MF participation, and mentorship opportunities
- Competitive compensation, including a stipend for the Teacher Leader role
- 10 weeks of paid time off annually, BCBS health, mental health, vision and dental benefits
- 50% tuition discount for your children attending SMS
- Autonomy in curriculum development and decision-making in the classroom
- A chance to help shape the future of our school by contributing to meaningful program initiatives enhancing the learning experience for our students, faculty and parent/family communityWorking at Sandwich Montessori School means being part of a community where every member is dedicated to lifelong learning, curiosity, and the joy of education.
If you are ready to join a team that is committed to excellence, growth, and creating a nurturing learning environment, we’d love to hear from you. Let’s work together to create something truly amazing.
Apply Today!