The Cornerstone School in Stratham, New Hampshire is seeking an experienced teacher for our Lower Elementary Program serving 6-9 year olds for the 2025-26 school year. Our school operates its classrooms in a co-lead model so you will be entering this new environment with a thought partner as you learn our school and get to know the community of children you will serve together in a beautifully equipped Montessori environment.
An AMS or AMI credential is required along with relevant teaching experience. Qualified candidates will be dedicated to collaboration, professional development, Montessori philosophy and most of all, children. From their deep and abiding love and respect for children, our faculty work in a collegial setting to be curious observers, reflective practitioners, and knowledgeable of Montessori and educational best practices to work toward Dr. Montessori's vision of educating the human potential. While this cosmic task is a serious undertaking that requires calm confidence, a sense of humor and fun are important characteristics as well. Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills are required.
The Cornerstone School is an independent Montessori school serving Toddler through eighth grade, with a current enrollment of approximately 170 students. We are committed to laying the foundation upon which each child can build, to become the architect of their own future. Our beautiful school is situated on 11 acres of land in a rural neighborhood setting. We are close to Boston and the mountains of New Hampshire and 12 miles from Portsmouth, NH with the Seacoast region being a huge draw for those who love outdoor recreation. Our school is financially sound, has been established for over 35 years and employs a supportive staff of professionals dedicated to providing high quality Montessori education to children. Our classrooms are well-equipped and beautiful.
Compensation is commensurate with experience and benefits include a professional development stipend, AMS membership, annual retirement contribution, employer health insurance contribution, and flexible leave.
Interested candidates should send a cover letter, resume, and list of three current/past supervisors with email addresses and phone numbers to our Head of School, Pete Zetlan at pete@cornerstoneschool.org. Learn more about our school at: www.cornerstoneschool.org
Cornerstone Mission Statement
The Cornerstone School is deeply committed to laying the foundation upon which each child can build, in order to become the architect of their own future. The foundation consists of an open, inquiring mind, a loving heart, and a solid inner confidence that permits respect for our earth and its inhabitants. The groundwork is laid in an environment of intellectual challenge and close, supportive relationships among students, teachers, and parents.
The Cornerstone School is an equal opportunity employer. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, ethnicity, gender, gender identity and expression, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, or national origin in administration of its policies.