Montessori Teacher Training Fellow

Riverbend School is a Pre-K through 8th Grade Montessori school in the Boston Metrowest area with approximately 200 students and 50 staff members. Our mission of innovation and excellence in Montessori education depends on the talent, creativity, and commitment of our dedicated team. Riverbend features a warm, welcoming community that is built around a culture of belonging. Families are actively engaged in their children's education, making this a truly energizing place to work.

We offer generous benefits, professional development opportunities, and Montessori training support to help each member of our team grow in their career.

Riverbend’s two-year Montessori Teacher Training Fellowship is a one-of-a-kind opportunity for early career teachers to receive Montessori certification while working alongside experienced mentors at our South Natick campus. This paid fellowship features hands-on Montessori experience, automatic enrollment in an accredited Montessori training program, and support from Riverbend teachers and fellow participants. A stipend, health insurance, vacation benefits, and housing are all included in the program.

Fellows will join an enthusiastic faculty who will introduce them to the rewarding career of Montessori education.

Montessori Teacher Training Fellow - Riverbend Montessori Teacher Training Fellowship Program

Program Manager and Division Director

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The Montessori Teacher Training Fellow is a full-time paid position embedded within Riverbend's two-year Montessori Teacher Training Fellowship Program. Fellows receive intensive Montessori certification training through an accredited training center over two summers, complete practicum requirements during two academic years at Riverbend, and participate in mentoring and supplemental professional learning (e.g., mindfulness, literacy, arts, and nature-based education). Fellows commit to a two-year program, supporting, assisting, and learning within a variety of Riverbend programs as assigned by the Program Manager, Division Director, and Head of School.

• Summer 1 (July-August):
  Intensive Montessori training at partner center
• Academic Year 1 (Sept-June):
  Paid teaching fellowship (full time), practicum (hours determined by certification requirements), plus mentorship with Riverbend expert teachers
• Summer 2 (July-August):
  Second summer of Montessori training
• Academic Year 2 (Sept-June):
  Paid teaching fellowship (full time), continued practicum (as needed), and leadership development through capstone project

The fellowship includes a stipend for two years of subsidized/shared housing at Riverbend's fellowship home from the June that Year 1 begins through June of Year 2 when the fellowship ends.

Personal transportation required. Fellows are responsible for their commute to and from school and their training center.

• Early-career aspiring educators (typically defined as 0-3 years post graduation from a 2 or 4 year college program in education or in a related field with the intention of seeking profession in education)
• Experience working with children (school, camp, tutoring, mentoring, coaching, community programs, babysitting/nannying etc.)
• Interest in (or exposure to) Montessori education and a strong desire to grow in Montessori practice
• Ability to thrive in a collaborative environment with frequent feedback, reflection, and mentorship
• Comfort working in a culturally diverse community and commitment to inclusive practices

• Two- or four-year college degree (education background preferred but not required if experience is strong)
• Willin…