Career Opportunities

The Garden Montessori is seeking a dedicated Lead Teacher/Administrator to join our team at our toddler and parent-child programs.

This is a unique opportunity to guide a thriving toddler community and train to become a Montessori teacher-trainer through our “Train the Trainer” initiative—developing both children and adult learners in a nature-rich, mission-driven environment.

Position Highlights:

As the Lead Montessori Guide & Program Administrator, you will:

Lead a Toddler Community of up to 12 children (18–36 months) for 5 half-days per week.

Support and Supervise a small team of 4 staff members, fostering collaboration, consistency, and care.

Coordinate and Facilitate a weekly Parent-Child Nido program, supporting infants and their caregivers in their Montessori journey.

Design and Host monthly Parent Education Workshops to build community, provide guidance, and promote Montessori principles in the home.

Train to Become a Montessori Teacher-Trainer through our professional development pathway, with mentorship and support from our leadership team.

You Are:

✅ A Montessori-trained educator (Infant-Toddler certification preferred or in progress)

✅ Experienced in leading or mentoring staff in an early childhood setting

✅ Organized, confident, and clear in communication—with both adults and children

✅ Passionate about nature-based education and outdoor learning

✅ Excited to contribute to and grow with a developing Montessori community

✅ Eager to share your wisdom and grow into a teacher-trainer role

We Offer:

🌱 A supportive and mission-driven work environment

🌿 Access to outdoor learning spaces and natural surroundings

📚 Paid professional development and training opportunities

💡 Creative freedom to design community-based learning experiences

💬 A voice in school-wide decision-making and program development

Join us in cultivating a vibrant, compassionate learning environment that supports children, families, and educators alike.

Position begins August 2025. Competitive salary based on education, training, and experience.