Upper Elementary Teacher/Assistant

Hilltop Montessori School, Brattleboro VT
Upper Elementary (9-12 years)

Description

Hilltop Montessori School seeks a teacher who can become part of the collaborative Upper Elementary teaching team (for up to 28 UE students) supported by an art teacher, music teacher, PE teacher, learning specialists team, in addition to a collective of staff throughout the school. This position is for the 2026-27 school year and beyond!

Qualifications

This position will prioritize an individual who: - Holds values that are aligned with the Montessori framework and principles. Is already familiar with equity, anti-bias, and teaching an equitable and culturally affirming pedagogy in the classroom and school system. - Has experience working with children having a wide range of social, emotional, and behavioral experiences. - Is a change maker, innovator, excited about working outside the box and bringing their gifts to a community of curious learners. - Is transparent and comfortable in communication with students, parents, and colleagues. - Maintains an environment that engages all types of learners and meets students where they are.

Benefits

Compensation is commensurate with experience with a base salary for a Montessori credentialed lead teacher starting at $48,000 and additional compensation for additional degrees, years of experience, and longevity, bringing most teachers well into the $50Ks. The base salary for an assistant is around $34,000, with the same additional compensation opportunities bringing many assistant salaries into the high-$30Ks. Also a generous benefits package including: health insurance, matching retirement funds, professional development, short term disability (including maternity leave), tuition remission, etc. We also sponsor assistant teachers for obtaining their Montessori credential.

Contact Information

Please email a letter of interest and resume to Tamara Mount, Head of School: tmount@hilltopmontessori.org