Montessori Classroom Teacher Mentorship

Classroom Teacher (All Levels)

Sandwich Montessori School – Cape Cod
Full-Time, Salary Range: $41,600-$48,000
EEC Certification Required

We are intentionally growing our team, seeking passionate educators who want to focus deeply on classroom practice while growing professionally within a collaborative, Montessori-inspired school community. If you have relevant experience and training in your preferred age group (0-3, 3-6 or 6-13), and are drawn to Montessori education — whether you are trained, in training, or simply curious about the approach — we want to hear from you.

We will invest in your Montessori development as part of this role.

Join a School Where Educators Grow
At Sandwich Montessori School, we believe adults deserve the same thoughtfully prepared learning environment that children do. Our classrooms are small, collaborative microschools where educators work closely together, develop their craft over time, and grow into long-term educational leaders.

Sandwich Montessori School is part of a growing educational organization focused on building strong Montessori programs and supporting educators for the long term. Teachers work alongside a Teacher Leader and Teaching Partner as part of a collaborative classroom team. This structure allows you to focus deeply on children while learning from experienced Montessori educators every day.

Montessori Training as Part of the Role
You do not need to arrive as a fully trained Montessori educator. What matters most right now is that you have aligned experience, and bring the right qualities as an educator and a person.

-Once you join the team, we will support your Montessori development through:
-Daily mentorship from experienced Montessori Teacher Leaders
-Structured observation and coaching within a working Montessori classroom
-Access to Montessori training and professional development opportunities
-A clear pathway toward deeper Montessori certification over time

Many of our strongest educators have grown significantly in their Montessori practice after joining our school and we are committed to making that possible for the right person.

A Collaborative Montessori Classroom Model
Each classroom operates as a collaborative team:

Teacher Leader → Teacher → Teaching Partner

Teachers work closely with the Teacher Leader to support the Montessori environment, guide the daily rhythm of the classroom, and protect the integrity of the Montessori work cycle. Teachers play a key role in preparing the environment, presenting lessons, observing children, and maintaining the calm atmosphere that supports concentration and independence.

What You’ll Do
-Prepare and maintain a calm, well-organized classroom environment
-Present lessons and support children’s independent work
-Observe children carefully and respond to their developmental needs
-Protect uninterrupted work cycles that support concentration
-Collaborate closely with the Teacher Leader and Teaching Partner Support literacy routines and language-rich classroom interactions
-Communicate thoughtfully with families and the classroom team
-Contribute to a culture of respect, curiosity, and independence

What Success Looks Like in the First Year
-Maintaining a calm and focused classroom environment
-Presenting Montessori lessons with growing clarity and
-Building strong observational skills to guide children’s learning
-Supporting children’s independence rather than directing every activity
-Demonstrating reliability and professionalism within the classroom team
-Actively engaging in Montessori training and coaching
-Contributing to a positive, respectful culture for children, families, and colleagues

Who Thrives Here
This role requires patience with children, strong reliability, and the ability to remain calm and organized in a busy classroom.

The educators who thrive here tend to be:
-Calm and emotionally steady with children
-Curious and open to feedback, coaching, and continued learning
-Organized and attentive to the prepared environment
-Reliable and consistent in their work with children and colleagues
-Thoughtful communicators with families and team members
-Motivated to grow in their craft as educators

Qualifications Required:
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