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Lead Teacher 3-6 year old

Happy Campers De Soto Montessori School
De Soto, KS Full Time
POSTED ON 7/12/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/10/2026
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Lead Teacher 3-6 year old

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8960 Commerce Drive, De Soto, KS, USA

Job Type

Full time

Workspace

In person classroom

Submitt Resume or Application

About The Role

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Lead Montessori Teacher for our Primary (3-6 years) classroom. The ideal candidate will create a prepared Montessori environment, guide children through hands-on learning experiences, and support their development in a respectful, child-led setting.

Key Responsibilities

🌱 Create & Maintain the Montessori Environment – Design an inviting, organized, and developmentally appropriate classroom that follows Montessori principles.

πŸ“š Curriculum Implementation – Present Montessori lessons across Practical Life, Sensorial, Language, Math, and Cultural subjects, adapting to individual learning styles.

πŸ’‘ Foster Independence & Growth – Encourage curiosity, self-discipline, and problem-solving skills through child-led activities.

🀝 Collaboration & Communication – Partner with families, assistants, and staff to support each child’s growth. Maintain open communication with parents through conferences and progress reports.

🌎 Classroom Management – Guide children in peaceful conflict resolution and model respectful behavior in alignment with Montessori philosophy.

πŸ“‹ Record Keeping & Observation – Track student progress, document observations, and adjust lessons as needed to support individualized learning.

Requirements

βœ”οΈ Montessori Certification preferred but not required (AMS, AMI, or MACTE-accredited program)

βœ”οΈ Experience working with children ages 3-6 in a Montessori or early childhood setting

βœ”οΈ Strong classroom management and leadership skills

βœ”οΈ Passion for early childhood education and child-led learning

βœ”οΈ Excellent communication and collaboration skills

βœ”οΈ Ability to foster a warm, nurturing, and inclusive classroom environment

βœ”οΈ KDHE Foundations of Health and Safety Course (Training provided)

βœ”οΈ CPR & First Aid Certification (Training provided)

About The Company

At Happy Campers De Soto Montessori School, we believe in nurturing each child’s natural curiosity and fostering independence through the Montessori philosophy. Our school provides a warm, engaging, and child-centered environment where students thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.

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