Upper Elementary Lead Teacher

Hill View Montessori (HVM) is a Charter Public School serving 306 students in grades K-8.  We are seeking a Lead Upper Elementary Teacher (grades 4-6) dedicated to delivering excellent Montessori education for the 2026-2027 school year.

Well-qualified candidates will have state licensure, teaching experience and a commitment to learning and applying the Montessori approach to educating children. AMS or AMI credentialing is highly-valued.  HVM is willing to consider individuals without this credential if applicants are willing to pursue accredited Montessori training in the future. 

Candidates should have a strong commitment to child-based, student-centered, developmentally-appropriate, trauma-informed, holistic education. Strengths should include an ability to work collaboratively, a passion for hands-on, experiential, independent learning, and a warm, nurturing approach to teaching. 

Applicants should bring strong classroom management skills, emotional maturity, excellent organizational and communication skills, a love of learning, and a drive for excellence in reaching and teaching each child.  We are seeking a team member committed to building strong collegial and parent relationships. 

Major responsibilities include:

*Implementing a Upper Elementary Montessori curriculum aligned with Massachusetts state standards;

*Integrating student-centered education in a prepared Montessori environment;

* Implementing a structured learning environment with high expectations for all students;

* Serving collaboratively on grade-level and diverse teacher teams to improve the professional practices of the school

A successful candidate should possess:

* A bachelor’s degree in education or a related field is required, a master’s degree is preferred;

* Massachusetts teacher license and SEI teacher endorsement;

* Experience as an Elementary or Middle School lead teacher

* Effective communication skills, both written and spoken;

* Willingness to engage in frequent dialogue and to be self-reflective with regard to teaching practices;

* Ability to work with a variety of learning abilities and differentiate instruction as needed 

* Strong classroom management skills 

* Strong interpersonal and collaborative skills

* Commitment to Hill View Montessori’s mission

* Critical thinker and problem-solver

* Collaborative team player

* Strong work ethic, reliable transportation, and excellent attendance

* Flexibility, warmth, and a sense of humor!

Compensation Range:

Pay: $55,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year, based on experience and qualifications

Benefits:

* 403B Retirement plan

* Health insurance

* Dental insurance

* Vision insurance

* Flexible spending account

* Health savings account

* Life insurance

* Paid time off

* Up to 16 weeks of paid parental leave

* Professional development

Schedule:

* Monday to Friday (with additional duties as assigned)

Work Location: In person

Candidates – please email your resume to Ginger Whitson, Director of Faculty & Student Services gwhitson@hvmcps.org