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Montessori Primary Teacher (Ages 3-6) We're hiring a Primary Lead Teacher (ages 3-6) with Montessori certification. We are mission-driven and supportive school community. About RiverRun Montessori School RiverRun Montessori is an independent Montessori school serving children ages 3-12 in the Albany, NY region. We are committed to high-quality Montessori education, child-centered learning, and inclusive classroom communities. Our mixed-age Montessori environments help children build independence, confidence, collaboration skills, and a lifelong love of learning. We are hiring a Montessori Primary Lead Teacher for children ages 3-6. Montessori- Responsibilities Lead a Montessori Primary classroom using authentic Montessori methods Deliver individualized instruction that supports cognitive, social, and emotional development Maintain a peaceful, organized, and fully prepared Montessori environment Guide students through an uninterrupted morning work cycle and afternoon work period Collaborate with assistant teachers and school leadership Communicate regularly with families to support each child's learning Foster independence, curiosity, and hands-on learning through Montessori materials Schedule Full-Time, in-person (7.5 hrs/day) School day: 8:35 AM-3:00 PM Approximately 181 workdays per year Two weeks off in December, one week in February, six days in April Two full months off in summer (ideal for work-life balance) Follows a typical local school-year calendar Qualifications Montessori Primary (Early Childhood) Certification Passion for Montessori philosophy, early childhood development, and hands-on learning Strong communication, collaboration, and classroom management skills Commitment to equity, inclusion, and respectful, child-centered teaching Benefits Health, dental, and vision insurance Retirement plan Paid time off Employee tuition discount Professional development assistance Support for Montessori certification Collaborative, mission-driven school community

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$30,000.00 - $45,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance Employee discount Health insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Retirement plan Vision insurance

Education:

Bachelor's (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person