Primary Teacher

The Montessori School of East Orlando (MSEO) is a private Montessori school located in East Orlando, Florida. Our mission is to provide a superior educational experience for primary and elementary-aged children through the Montessori philosophy of teaching and learning. We strive to nurture the intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth of every child entrusted to our care, helping them become self-directed learners, flexible thinkers, creative problem-solvers, and lifelong explorers of the world around them.

At MSEO, we value diversity and believe children benefit from learning alongside peers from a variety of backgrounds, experiences, and talents.

Montessori School of East Orlando is seeking a caring, energetic, and dependable Primary Classroom Educator to join our team. This is a full-time, on-site position located in Orlando, Florida.

Position placement as either a Primary Teacher or Teacher Assistant will be determined based on each candidate's qualifications, experience, and Montessori training.

Whether you're an experienced Montessori educator or someone looking to begin a rewarding career in education, we'd love to hear from you. Montessori experience is welcomed but not required—we value enthusiasm, dedication, professionalism, and a genuine passion for helping children grow and thrive.

The ideal candidate enjoys creating a positive, engaging learning environment for children ages 3 through Kindergarten and is committed to supporting each child's academic, social, and emotional development.

• Support the Lead Teacher in implementing Montessori lessons and classroom activities.
• Assist with lesson preparation, curriculum implementation, and classroom organization.
• Maintain a safe, nurturing, and engaging learning environment.
• Supervise students and ensure appropriate student-to-teacher ratios are maintained.
• Observe and support students' academic, social, and emotional growth.
• Assist with classroom management, transitions, and daily routines.
• Communicate professionally with staff, parents, and administrators.
• Help maintain classroom materials and learning environments in accordance with Montessori principles.
• Collaborate with teachers and administration to support school-wide goals and initiatives.

• Passion for working with young children and supporting their development.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a teaching team.
• Positive attitude, patience, flexibility, and professionalism.
• Ability to maintain a structured and nurturing classroom environment.
• Experience working with children in a classroom, childcare, camp, or other educational settings is preferred.
• Montessori experience or Montessori certification is preferred but not required.
• Early Childhood Education coursework, CDA, or related educational experience is a plus.
• Must be able to meet all state and school background screening requirements.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds and actively engage with young children throughout the day.

Monday – Friday | 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM

• Planning and preparation time is included within the scheduled hours
• School-year schedule (summer months off)
• Paid holidays during the school year
• Compensation is based on qualifications, experience, and role placement.
• Teacher Assistant positions begin at $15/hour. Montessori-certified Teachers will be discussed during the interview process.
• Potential tuition discount for employees' children, based on enrollment availability.
• Support and mentorship for employees pursuing Montessori certification and professional development opportunities.

At MSEO, we believe great educators can come from many backgrounds. While experience and certifications are valuable, we place equal importance on reliability, professionalism, teamwork, a positive attitude, and a genuine commitment to supporting children's growth and development.

We are happy to provide guidance and mentorship to candidates who are interested in learning more about Montessori education and growing within our school community. If you are passionate about working with children and eager to make a meaningful impact, we encourage you to apply.

Qualified candidates will participate in a multi-step interview process, including meetings with classroom leadership and school administration, to ensure a strong fit for both the candidate and our school community. Training is likely to begin in late July, with our school year starting in August.