OUR MISSION: 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.

OUR VALUES: Independence. Belonging. Purpose 

Washington Montessori School (WMS) seeks a Middle School (MS) Humanities teacher to join our program for the 2025-2026 school year. A MS Humanities teacher teaches two sections of English and History, serves as an advisor to a small group of middle school students, and guides students in a hands-on, experiential learning environment. 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 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.

Washington Montessori School hires skilled, passionate, dedicated educators who demonstrate our core values: kindness and respect for others, a reverence for human potential, and a flexible, resilient growth mindset. 

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 (late August to mid-June) with competitive salary and benefits. 

Responsibilities:

• Work in close collaboration with the MS team of teachers to create a joyful, warm, and inclusive learning environment in which students can develop their individual and collective potential.

• Work in partnership with Humanities colleagues to develop, hone and deliver a three year cycle of original curriculum built around unifying themes.

• Work in partnership with families to build student independence and to support student learning and social-emotional development. 

• In support of the school’s commitment to experiential learning, chaperone occasional evening and weekend events at school, and chaperone two overnight trips: a four night trip in the Fall and a 2 night trip in the Spring. 

• Continue to grow over time, demonstrating a commitment to life-long learning

Requirements: 

• Three or more years of classroom experience as a head teacher of English, History or a related field at the upper elementary, middle school or high school level.

• Excellent references

• Bachelor’s Degree in Education, English, History or a related field required. Master’s Degree and/or Montessori training preferred

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

• Strong curriculum development skills

• The desire and ability to learn about Montessori education and to work collaboratively with parents and colleagues

• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail

• The physical ability to teach groups of middle school students 

• Willingness to learn about and enact Montessori Peace and Justice principles, including best practices for creating an inclusive community

• Individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences are strongly encouraged to apply

To Apply

Please submit a resume and a cover letter describing the alignment of your skills with the position described above to Acting Head of School Pat Werner:

Washington Montessori School, 

240 Litchfield Turnpike, New Preston, CT 06777 

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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