Primary Lead Teacher
American Montessori Society Inc, Schenectady, NY, United States
Montessori Primary Teacher (Ages 2.5–6)
RiverRun Montessori School – Albany, NY
Full-Time
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 Teacher (Lead Teacher) for our ages 2.5–6 classroom. Montessori-certified candidates and early childhood educators interested in becoming Montessori certified are encouraged to apply.
Responsibilities
Lead a Montessori Primary classroom (ages 2.5–6) 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 a Montessori-certified associate teacher 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 OR willingness to pursue certification (training support provided)
Bachelor’s Degree
Degree or experience in early childhood education preferred
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
How Montessori Teacher Training Works
Candidates without certification can train through an accredited Montessori teacher training program. A typical pathway includes:
4 weeks of summer coursework (3 in-person, 1 virtual)
5 weekend seminars (mix of virtual and in-person)
A mentored teaching year with ongoing observations and support
RiverRun Montessori provides guidance and support for candidates pursuing certification.
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
Work Location: In person (Albany, NY)
Job Type: Full-time
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RiverRun Montessori School – Albany, NY
Full-Time
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 Teacher (Lead Teacher) for our ages 2.5–6 classroom. Montessori-certified candidates and early childhood educators interested in becoming Montessori certified are encouraged to apply.
Responsibilities
Lead a Montessori Primary classroom (ages 2.5–6) 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 a Montessori-certified associate teacher 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 OR willingness to pursue certification (training support provided)
Bachelor’s Degree
Degree or experience in early childhood education preferred
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
How Montessori Teacher Training Works
Candidates without certification can train through an accredited Montessori teacher training program. A typical pathway includes:
4 weeks of summer coursework (3 in-person, 1 virtual)
5 weekend seminars (mix of virtual and in-person)
A mentored teaching year with ongoing observations and support
RiverRun Montessori provides guidance and support for candidates pursuing certification.
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
Work Location: In person (Albany, NY)
Job Type: Full-time
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