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 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.
