Primary Lead Teacher

Montessori Primary Teacher (Ages 2.5–6) RiverRun Montessori School – Albany, NY Full-Time About RiverRun Montessori School RiverRun Montessori is an independent Montessori school serving children ages 3–12 in the Albany, NY region. We are committed to high-quality Montessori education, child-centered learning, and inclusive classroom communities. Our mixed-age Montessori environments help children build independence, confidence, collaboration skills, and a lifelong love of learning. We are hiring a Montessori Primary Teacher (Lead Teacher) for our ages 2.5–6 classroom. Montessori-certified candidates and early childhood educators interested in becoming Montessori certified are encouraged to apply. Responsibilities Lead a Montessori Primary classroom (ages 2.5–6) using authentic Montessori methods Deliver individualized instruction that supports cognitive, social, and emotional development Maintain a peaceful, organized, and fully prepared Montessori environment Guide students through an uninterrupted morning work cycle and afternoon work period Collaborate with a Montessori-certified associate teacher and school leadership Communicate regularly with families to support each child’s learning Foster independence, curiosity, and hands-on learning through Montessori materials Schedule Full-Time, in-person (7.5 hrs/day) School day: 8:35 AM–3:00 PM Approximately 181 workdays per year Two weeks off in December, one week in February, six days in April Two full months off in summer (ideal for work–life balance) Follows a typical local school-year calendar Qualifications Montessori Primary (Early Childhood) Certification OR willingness to pursue certification (training support provided) Bachelor’s Degree Degree or experience in early childhood education preferred Passion for Montessori philosophy, early childhood development, and hands-on learning Strong communication, collaboration, and classroom management skills Commitment to equity, inclusion, and respectful, child-centered teaching How Montessori Teacher Training Works Candidates without certification can train through an accredited Montessori teacher training program. A typical pathway includes: 4 weeks of summer coursework (3 in-person, 1 virtual) 5 weekend seminars (mix of virtual and in-person) A mentored teaching year with ongoing observations and support RiverRun Montessori provides guidance and support for candidates pursuing certification. Benefits Health, dental, and vision insurance Retirement plan Paid time off Employee tuition discount Professional development assistance Support for Montessori certification Collaborative, mission-driven school community Work Location: In person (Albany, NY) Job Type: Full-time #J-18808-Ljbffr American Montessori Society Inc