We at Lexington Montessori School are eager to meet teachers throughout the year who are interested in working at LMS. When we have an opening, we like to contact candidates who already know about our school and who may have already visited us. Like many schools, LMS has openings for a variety of positions at various times in the school year.
If you are interested in applying to be a substitute teacher at LMS, please contact us to set up an appointment.
Job Openings
Lexington Montessori School is looking for an assistant teacher for our toddler program. From 21 months to three years old, children develop some of their first relationships outside the home. In this nurturing environment, toddlers learn to trust adults and independently to carry out many everyday tasks.
LMS boasts a collegial faculty with a commitment to diversity and Montessori philosophy and pedagogy. Applicants should have experience with young children. Experience and/or understanding of Montessori philosophy and Spanish language skills are a plus.
This is a dual position and tied to the before and after school care program. Schedule is five days a week from 10:30 to 5:00. Because of the fluent nature of the before and after care program, these hours are subject to change. A description of that part is attached to this document.*
Strong benefits package including retirement contributions, health and dental insurance, life insurance, as well as sick and personal leave; salary commensurate with experience.
Applicants should send resumé and three references, together with a statement of teaching philosophy to [email protected].
All employees of Lexington Montessori School are required to verify employment eligibility and successfully complete CORI, SORI, and fingerprint-based background checks as a condition of employment.
*After School Toddler Teacher
The Assistant Teacher doubles as an after-school teacher for toddlers. In addition to being a co-lead teacher for after-school toddlers, this person will also assist with lunch and nap in the toddler classroom in the early afternoon. In after-school, children have fun indoors and outdoors at the end of their school day, all of this framed by the same Montessori philosophy they follow during the rest of their day. The teacher guides children's independence and choice, provides a safe, caring environment and creates/shares activities.
Lexington Montessori School is an independent day school serving toddler through eighth grade enrolling approximately 220 students. We provide outdoor education on our 19 acres of woods as well as through our farming program.
Lexington Montessori School is seeking an assistant teacher for a mixed-age Montessori classroom of 3-6 year-old children to start in the 2025-2026 academic year. Applicants should have experience with young children and, preferably, be experienced in Montessori teaching. Spanish language skills are a plus.
LMS has a diverse family and teacher community, committed to the Montessori approach of mutual respect and collaboration, striving for outcomes of resourcefulness, self-reliance, divergent thinking, and belief in oneself as a contributing member of the school and of society.
This is a dual position and tied to the before and after school program. The schedule is five days a week from 10:30 to 5:30.
Strong benefits package including retirement contributions, health and dental insurance, life insurance, as well as sick and personal leave; salary commensurate with experience.
Applicants should send resumé and three references, together with a statement of teaching philosophy to [email protected].
All employees of Lexington Montessori School are required to verify employment eligibility and successfully complete CORI, SORI, and fingerprint-based background checks as a condition of employment.
Lexington Montessori School is an independent day school serving toddler through eighth grade enrolling approximately 220 students. We provide outdoor education on our 19 acres of woods as well as through our farming program.
Lexington Montessori School is seeking an experienced teacher for a mixed-age Montessori classroom of 3-6 year-old children to start in the 2025-2026 academic year. AMS or AMI credential is required. LMS boasts a collegial faculty with a commitment to diversity and Montessori philosophy and pedagogy.
Our diverse family and teacher community is committed to the Montessori approach of mutual respect and collaboration and strives for outcomes of resourcefulness, self-reliance, divergent thinking, and belief in oneself as a contributing member of the school and society.
Strong benefits package including retirement contributions, health and dental insurance, life insurance, as well as sick and personal leave; salary commensurate with experience.
Applicants should send resumé and three references, together with a statement of teaching philosophy to [email protected].
All employees of Lexington Montessori School are required to verify employment eligibility and successfully complete CORI, SORI, and fingerprint-based background checks as a condition of employment.
Lexington Montessori School is an independent day school serving toddler through eighth grade enrolling approximately 220 students. We provide outdoor education on our 19 acres of woods as well as through our farming program.
Lexington Montessori School is seeking a part-time (20 hours a week, 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM) Counselor for the 2025-26 school year. This Counselor will support students by collaborating with teachers and families, bringing expertise in child development and mental health. LMS prioritizes social emotional learning as an essential part of school life, grounded in our anti-bias curriculum from toddler through middle school. This position supports those efforts by providing resources and professional development for both staff and families.
Candidates should be a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). Experience with Montessori curriculum, philosophy, or pedagogy is preferred. LMS features a collegial faculty committed to both diversity and the Montessori approach to education.
Please submit a resume and letter of interest to Maria-Veronica Barnes at [email protected].
All employees of Lexington Montessori School are required to verify employment eligibility and successfully complete CORI, SORI, and fingerprint-based background checks as a condition of employment.
We are looking for an after-school teacher for the 2025-2026 academic year to work in the afternoons at Lexington Montessori School. Children have fun outdoors and indoors at the end of their school day. Teachers guide children's independence and choice, provide a safe, caring environment and create/share activities.
The hours are Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays — 2:30–5:00 pm and Thursday 11:30 am–5:00 pm, with opportunities to work additional hours during, conference/vacations, substitute teaching, and summer programs.
Strong Candidates will have:
- A commitment to creating and sustaining an inclusive, equitable positive classroom environment where all students feel a sense of belonging.
- A collaborative approach; able to work well within a team.
- The ability to make informed and sound judgments regarding students’ well-being and safety.
- Creativity, flexibility, and resourcefulness; physically able to participate in activities with students outdoors and indoors.
- Experience and/or understanding of Montessori philosophy and Spanish language skills are a plus.
Applicants should email a resumé and three references to [email protected].
All employees of Lexington Montessori School are required to verify employment eligibility and successfully complete CORI, SORI, and fingerprint-based background checks as a condition of employment.
