Montessori Certified Resident Teachers​/Montessori Interns

Job Overview

Elementary Resident Teachers and Interns work with a co‑teacher to promote a classroom community, deliver Montessori lessons, create and sustain a beautiful classroom environment, support the individual and collective needs of the students, communicate and partner effectively with parents, and work collaboratively with the other members of the program team and faculty. Teachers are expected to actively support the mission and values of the school and contribute to a positive school culture, as well as participate in school events, parent education, and ongoing professional development.

MSD provides an engaging, empowering, and sound Montessori educational program for students ages 2‑14. The school is accredited by the National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS), the Association of Colorado Independent Schools (ACIS), and the American Montessori Society (AMS). Founded in 1964, MSD is the oldest Montessori school in the Denver metro area. In 2015, the school completed a comprehensive multi‑million‑dollar expansion plan that added a new Arts and Athletics Center, enhanced outdoor learning and play environments, a new Toddler Village, updated Middle School space, a thriving Urban Farm, and a state‑of‑the‑art Science and Innovation Tower.

• Resident teachers must be AMS or AMI Montessori certified; interns should be pursuing their Montessori certification upon hire.
• High‑energy and enthusiastic about working in an academic atmosphere and enjoy customer service, children, and working with volunteers.
• Interest in working collaboratively as part of a classroom and program team.

Director of Elementary Education

Education

Exempt Employee, Number of Days Paid – 190

Resident teacher salary starting at $43,750; intern salary starting at $38,000.

Montessori School of Denver offers an excellent compensation package including paid time off, health, dental, vision, 403(b) with matching and more; wide‑ranging opportunities for professional development; and a talented and dedicated staff of teaching professionals and supportive administrators. Successful candidates will join a dynamic, supportive, and forward‑thinking teaching community of over 90 individuals.

Montessori School of Denver does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, or disability.

[1] Accredited with non‑traditional Montessori age grouping at the Elementary II and Secondary levels.

[2] Exempt employee is not eligible for overtime pay.