Upper Elementary Lead Teacher

Hill View Montessori (HVM) is a Charter Public School serving 306 students in grades K-8. We are seeking a Lead Upper Elementary Teacher (grades 4-6) dedicated to delivering excellent Montessori education for the  school year.

Well-qualified candidates will have state licensure, teaching experience and a commitment to learning and applying the Montessori approach to educating children. AMS or AMI credentialing is highly-valued. HVM is willing to consider individuals without this credential if applicants are willing to pursue accredited Montessori training in the future.

Candidates should have a strong commitment to child-based, student-centered, developmentally-appropriate, trauma-informed, holistic education. Strengths should include an ability to work collaboratively, a passion for hands-on, experiential, independent learning, and a warm, nurturing approach to teaching.

Applicants should bring strong classroom management skills, emotional maturity, excellent organizational and communication skills, a love of learning, and a drive for excellence in reaching and teaching each child. We are seeking a team member committed to building strong collegial and parent relationships.

• Implementing a Upper Elementary Montessori curriculum aligned with Massachusetts state standards;
• Integrating student-centered education in a prepared Montessori environment;
• Implementing a structured learning environment with high expectations for all students;
• Serving collaboratively on grade-level and diverse teacher teams to improve the professional practices of the school;

• A bachelor’s degree in education or a related field is required, a master’s degree is preferred;
• Massachusetts teacher license and SEI teacher endorsement;
• Experience as an Elementary or Middle School lead teacher;
• Effective communication skills, both written and spoken;
• Willingness to engage in frequent dialogue and to be self-reflective with regard to teaching practices;
• Ability to work with a variety of learning abilities and differentiate instruction as needed;
• Strong interpersonal and collaborative skills;
• Commitment to Hill View Montessori’s mission;
• Critical thinker and problem-solver;
• Collaborative team player;
• Strong work ethic, reliable transportation, and excellent attendance;
• Flexibility, warmth, and a sense of humor!

Pay: $55,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year, based on experience and qualifications

• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Up to 16 weeks of paid parental leave

• Monday to Friday (with additional duties as assigned)

Candidates – please email your resume to Ginger Whitson, Director of Faculty & Student Services gwhitson