Washington Montessori School 

Job posting: Toddler (YCC) Head Teacher (ages 18 months - 3 years)

Washington Montessori School creates an inclusive and joyful environment, supported by a deeply rooted community of families and educators, where children embrace their individual and collective potential and prepare to live with integrity in a changing world.

Washington Montessori School (WMS) seeks an experienced Montessori Toddler teacher to join our program as soon as possible. We seek candidates who can join the school community immediately, as well as those who are interested in joining our team for the 2025-26 school year. 

At WMS, we refer to our toddler program as the Young Children’s Community, or YCC. Montessori teacher credentials are required. Located in Litchfield County, CT, WMS is less than an hour from Great Barrington, MA, less than two hours from NYC, and an easy day trip to Boston.

Founded in 1965, Washington Montessori School exists to educate children and to teach and nurture the skills necessary for success in a changing world through a foundation of Montessori philosophy and principles and best educational practices. WMS also upholds the highest standards of independent school education as articulated in the Standards of the Connecticut Association of Independent Schools, Principles of Good Practice of the National Association of Independent Schools, and the American Montessori Society’s Philosophy and Practice and Code of Ethics.

Successful candidates will join a dynamic, supportive, and forward-thinking teaching community of over 50 adults serving 260 students from 18 months through 8th grade. This is a 10-month, full-time position (September to June) with competitive salary and benefits. 

Responsibilities:

• Create an organized, warm Montessori environment for toddlers
• Work in partnership with parents and colleagues
• Supervise and guide an associate teacher
• Continue to grow over time, demonstrating a commitment to life-long learning

To Apply: 

Please submit a resume and a cover letter describing the alignment of your skills with the position described above to Head of School Launa Schweizer lschweizer@washingtonmontessori.org and Director of Education mhay@washingtonmontessori.org, or mail to Melissa Hay, Director of Education, Washington Montessori School, 240 Litchfield Turnpike, New Preston, CT 06777

Requirements: 

• Infant/ToddlerMontessori certification
• Strong teaching and curriculum development experience  
• A Bachelor’s degree
• Excellent references
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• The desire and ability to work collaboratively with parents and colleagues
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• The physical ability to care for a classroom of small children 
• Evidence of commitment to Montessori Peace and Justice principles, including best practices to strengthen a feeling of belonging in a diverse and inclusive community 
• Individuals with a wide range of  backgrounds and experiences are strongly encouraged to apply

About Washington Montessori School

Washington Montessori School is an engaging and substantive academic environment supported by a deeply-rooted and diverse community of families and educators. Our students learn to recognize their individual and collective potential, develop thoughtful approaches to learning, and choose paths to responsible and fulfilling lives.

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