Upper Elementary (Grades 4-6) Public Montessori Assistant Teacher

Upper Elementary (Grades 4-6) Public Montessori Assistant Teacher River Valley Charter School, a public Montessori school in Newburyport, Massachusetts, serving 288 students in grades K through 8, seeks a multi‑talented Assistant Teacher for a full‑time role in an Upper Elementary (grades 4‑6) classroom. Starting Date: Aug 24, 2026 Well‑qualified candidates will have previous experience with Montessori education and a strong commitment to holistic education. Ability to work collaboratively, be self‑reflective, and a passion for student‑focused, experiential learning are essential attributes of successful candidates. Responsibilities Give lessons to individual children or small groups; Develop and implement curriculum; Provide support to students in order to assure student focus and engagement in learning; Help to instill and maintain a classroom culture that embodies the Montessori values of grace and courtesy; Take ownership of and implement the RVCS Code of Conduct as well as the specific classroom discipline plan; Communicate with the Lead Teacher to ensure consistent messaging to the children; Help plan and present Parent Information Meetings, Parent Orientations, and Open Houses, when appropriate (these events occur outside normal school hours); Become knowledgeable of Montessori Scope and Sequence, Massachusetts Curriculum Framework, and Charter document; Assist with other projects, programs and planning as assigned by the Lead Teacher or the Director; Serve on grade level and diverse teacher teams to improve the professional practice in the school; Assume other responsibilities as agreed upon with the Lead Teacher or as requested by the Director. River Valley believes in the importance of being a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment and will strive to create space for meaningful dialogue about issues of race and identity for both staff and students. Job Details Job ID: 5793862 Application Deadline: Posted until filled Position Type: Full‑time Job Categories: Classroom Teacher > Elementary Job Requirements Cover Letter Resume References (2) Montessori experience and/or Massachusetts licensure a plus. At least 2 years of relevant experience preferred. Bachelor degree preferred. Citizenship, residency or work visa required. Contact Information Employment at River Valley Charter School 2 Perry Way Newburyport, Massachusetts 01950 Phone: View phone number on click.appcast.io Fax: View phone number on click.appcast.io Email: View email address on click.appcast.io #J-18808-Ljbffr Young World Physical Education