Lexington Montessori School is always interested in hearing from committed professionals who would like to make a difference in the lives of children. Whether or not we have a specific opening, we would love to hear from you. Our staff and faculty include Montessori-trained teachers as well as specialist teachers, administrators, and support staff. If you are passionate about education and interested in working with us, please send us your resume and a letter of interest that outlines why you would like to join our community and what role you would like to fill. Resumes and letters of interest should be sent to [email protected].
Job Openings
Lexington Montessori School is seeking an experienced teacher for a mixed-age Montessori classroom of 3-6 year-old children to start in the 2026-2027 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 seeking a reliable, motivated, and hands-on Part-Time Facilities Maintenance Person to assist the Director of Facilities in maintaining the school's buildings and campus. This position plays an important role in ensuring that our facilities remain safe, clean, functional, and welcoming for students, faculty, staff, and families.
If you enjoy solving problems, working with your hands, and contributing to a collaborative school community, we encourage you to apply. LMS is willing to train the right candidate.
Position Responsibilities
The Facilities Maintenance Person will assist with the daily operation, maintenance, and upkeep of the school's buildings and grounds. Responsibilities include:
- Perform general building maintenance, including light electrical, painting, carpentry, and minor repairs.
- Complete preventative maintenance tasks throughout the campus.
- Process and complete maintenance work orders.
- Assist with the setup of facilities for meetings, classrooms, conferences, events, etc. by moving furniture, trash receptacle and other equipment.
- Perform light snow removal and seasonal grounds maintenance as needed.
- Safely use ladders and lifts to complete maintenance assignments.
- Identify maintenance concerns and potential safety hazards before they become larger issues.
- Work closely with the Director of Facilities to support the day-to-day operations of the campus.
- Interact professionally and courteously with students, faculty, staff, parents, and visitors.
Equipment Used
The Facilities Maintenance Person should be comfortable operating a variety of maintenance and grounds equipment, including, but not limited to the following:
- Basic cleaning and sanitizing equipment
- Brooms, mops, shovels, rakes, and other hand tools
- Paint brushes, rollers, and painting equipment
- Snow blowers
- Step and extension ladders
- String trimmers, lawn mowers, and leaf blowers
- Furniture dollies
- Miscellaneous power tools
- Kubota Tractor
- Genie lift
- Personal Cell phone
Qualifications
Preferred Education & Experience
- High school diploma, trade school diploma, or equivalent preferred
- Previous building maintenance experience preferred
- Five years of building maintenance experience is preferred
- Basic knowledge of electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and general building systems
- Basic computer skills
- Valid Massachusetts driver's license required
- Successful completion of CORI (Criminal Offender Record Information) and Massachusetts fingerprinting requirements
LMS will provide training for the right candidate who demonstrates a strong work ethic and willingness to learn.
Required Skills
- Ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities throughout the day.
- Positive attitude and commitment to working as part of a team.
- Ability to follow directions while also working independently.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining a safe environment.
- Ability to bend, stoop, reach, stand for extended periods, and lift, carry, or push up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to safely operate small gasoline-powered equipment such as lawn mowers, snow blowers, and leaf blowers.
- Comfortable working on ladders up to 20 feet above the ground.
Schedule
Part-Time (12 months)
Approximately 20-25 hours per week, Monday - Friday. Work schedule to be determined based on school and facility needs.
Lexington Montessori School is offering an ideal position for those of you who love working with children ages 2-14 years old.
Under the general direction of the Director of Operations, the ideal candidate will partner with faculty in providing on-call support and supervision during the school day. Substitute teachers are tasked with maintaining continuity in the assigned instructional program during the regularly scheduled teacher’s absence.
We are currently interviewing for a substitute teacher to work comfortably with Toddlers, Preschoolers, Kindergartners, Elementary students and Middle School students. You will be working with many experienced support staff and teachers. This is a per diem, hourly position and is not a benefit-eligible position.
Position Responsibilities:
- Follow the instructional guide and class expectations outlined in teachers’ lesson plans.
- Create and maintain a positive learning environment in the classroom.
- Clean teaching area at the end of the day – put all equipment and materials away. If it is the usual daily practice, have students place chairs on the desks.
- Perform any other tasks assigned to the absent teacher such as lunch, recess, etc.
- Be familiar with fire exits, fire drill procedures, and safety procedures.
Applicants should send a resumé and three references to Mike Scalese, Director of Operations at [email protected].
Lexington Montessori School is an independent day school serving toddler through eighth grade enrolling approximately 240 students. 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. Our 19 acres of woods and wetlands provide ample outdoor opportunities for teachers and children.
Our mission: Lexington Montessori School builds an inclusive, joyful community that ignites self-discovery through purposeful learning, inspiring children to embrace and challenge the world with compassion, resilience and courage.
