Primary Montessori Guide

Overview

Farmington Valley Academy Montessori is seeking a warm, capable, and flexible Primary Montessori Guide (ages 3–6) to join our established and collaborative school community.

We are a 21st-century Montessori school, grounded in Montessori principles at the early levels while integrating strong academics and best practices from progressive education. We value independence, curiosity, and academic readiness.

• Prepare and lead a purposeful Primary classroom environment
• Guide children through Montessori materials while recognising readiness to progress
• Observe and support individual developmental pathways
• Communicate clearly and professionally with parents
• Collaborate with colleagues and contribute to the wider school culture
• Support children throughout the day, including floor work and outdoor supervision

• IMC, AMI or AMS Primary certification preferred (those currently in training with prior experience may be considered)
• Experience in a Primary Montessori classroom
• Flexible, open-minded approach aligned with a private-school academic environment
• Warm, energetic, and collaborative
• Physically able to meet the demands of a Primary classroom

• Salary:
  Approximately $58,000–$60,000, depending on experience
• Competitive benefits package
• Immediate start preferred, but flexible for the right candidate