Montessori Teachers for Kindergarten, Elementary & Preschool

This is a dual role for a seasoned Montessori educator. You’ll spend 70% of your time as a Lead Teacher in a primary, mixed-age Montessori classroom, and 25–30% as a Montessori Curriculum Coach — supporting and developing teachers across our program.

Northstar Montessori at Spring Cypress fosters academic, social, and developmental growth in a safe and loving environment. We are passionate about Montessori practice and the educators who bring it to life every day.

Classroom (70-75%) — Lead Teacher, Primary Mixed-Age

Prepare and steward an authentic Montessori environment for children ages 3–6

Deliver individualized lessons, track developmental progress, and guide each child’s learning journey

Build strong partnerships with families through warm, consistent communication

Maintain a community of grace, courtesy, and mutual respect

Follow all school policies, safety procedures, and licensing requirements

Coaching (25–30%) — Montessori Curriculum Coach

Observe classrooms and provide reflective, growth-oriented feedback to teachers

Model Montessori lessons and support teachers in deepening their practice

Lead coaching conversations on curriculum, materials, and environment design

Support onboarding of new staff and contribute to school-wide professional development

Montessori certification (AMI or AMS) strongly preferred; significant Montessori classroom experience considered

3–5+ years of lead teaching experience in a Montessori setting

Experience mentoring or coaching other educators

Competitive pay based on Montessori experience and coaching scope

Paid time off and holiday pay

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Supplemental Benefits

Professional development and Montessori-specific training

Tuition discounts for staff children

Northstar Preschools is committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.