Children's House Lead Guide

Now Hiring: Montessori Children’s House Lead Teacher

Location: In person | Full-time (12-month position)

Pay: $21.00–$23.50/hour, plus benefits and discounts

Hours: 35–40 hours/week, Monday–Friday

Are you passionate about early childhood education and the Montessori philosophy? Do you love creating a calm, engaging space where children can explore, grow, and thrive? Our nonprofit organization is growing and we’re looking for a warm, experienced, and motivated Children’s House Lead Teacher to join our close-knit school community. 

You’ll guide children ages 2.5 to 6 using authentic Montessori methods in a beautifully prepared environment, supported by a collaborative leadership team and small class sizes. If you're excited to build strong connections with children and families and bring your skills and heart to a mission-driven school, we’d love to meet you.

Minimum:

• A Bachelor’s Degree
• At least 3 years of teaching or licensed childcare center experience
• Able to meet Wisconsin's Childcare Teacher Licensing Requirements

Preferred:

• A Montessori teaching credential (AMS, AMI, or MACTE), or you're open to earning it within 12 months
• Experience working in a Montessori setting or early childhood education
• Familiarity with Brightwheel (or other classroom management software)

• Guide children through the Montessori curriculum—practical life, sensorial, language, math, cultural studies, and more
• Support each child’s unique learning journey by offering hands-on materials, freedom within limits, and thoughtful observation
• Maintain progress portfolios and share regular updates with families
• Foster a peaceful, inclusive classroom where all children feel seen and supported
• Collaborate with fellow educators and communicate with parents in a respectful, proactive way

• Small class sizes and well-equipped classrooms
• Supportive leadership and professional growth opportunities
• A welcoming team that values relationship-centered education
• Paid time off and discounted childcare for employees
• Occasional evening/weekend events (but nothing too intense!)
• Large updated campus with beautiful outdoor space (multiple acres!)
• Competitive benefits package
• Our organization has continued to grow and flourish within our community 
• Parents and educators collaborate to offer a high fidelity montessori experience to our children
• Employer sponsored education 

You’ll need to be comfortable standing, walking, sitting on the floor, and occasionally lifting up to 50 pounds (kids can be wiggly!).