Montessori Lower Elementary Head Teacher

Washington Montessori School 

Job posting: Lower  Elementary Head Teacher 

Washington Montessori School creates an inclusive and joyful environment, supported by a deeply rooted community of families and educators, where children embrace their individual and collective potential and prepare to live with integrity in a changing world. 

Our values: Independence. Belonging. Purpose.

Washington Montessori School (WMS) seeks an experienced, Montessori-trained Lower Elementary teacher to join our program for the fall of 2025.  Montessori teacher credentials are required. Located in Litchfield County, CT, WMS is less than an hour from Great Barrington, MA, less than two hours from NYC, and an easy day trip to Boston.

Founded in 1965, Washington Montessori School exists to educate children and to teach and nurture the skills necessary for success in a changing world through a foundation of Montessori philosophy and principles and best educational practices. WMS also upholds the highest standards of independent school education as articulated in the Standards of the Connecticut Association of Independent Schools, Principles of Good Practice of the National Association of Independent Schools, and the American Montessori Society’s Philosophy and Practice and Code of Ethics.

Successful candidates will join a dynamic, supportive, and forward-thinking teaching community of over 50 adults serving 270 students from 18 months through 8th grade. This is a 10-month, full-time position (September to June) with competitive salary and benefits. 

Responsibilities:

• Create an organized, warm Montessori environment for Lower Elementary students using Montessori materials and lessons
• Provide an inclusive and joyful learning environment in which each child is understood, valued, challenged, and appreciated 
• Present lessons and assess student learning, designing appropriate follow-up challenges for each student to learn in all areas of the curriculum
• Work in partnership with parents and colleagues
• Work in partnership and guide an associate teacher
• Continue to grow over time, demonstrating a commitment to life-long learning

Requirements: 

• Elementary Montessori certification 
• At least 3 years head teaching experience  
• Bachelor’s degree
• Excellent references
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• The desire and ability to work collaboratively with parents and colleagues
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• The physical and emotional ability to care for a classroom of children 
• Evidence of commitment to Montessori Peace and Justice principles
• Individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences are strongly encouraged to apply

To Apply: 

Please submit a resume and a cover letter describing the alignment of your skills with the position described above to Head of School Launa Schweizer [email protected] and Director of Education [email protected], or mail to Melissa Hay, Director of Education, Washington Montessori School, 240 Litchfield Turnpike, New Preston, CT 06777