Job detail
Lead Elementary Teacher (Ages 6-9)
Near North Montessori School
FULL_TIME
Posted 4/17/2026
Location
Chicago, Illinois
Salary
$60,000 - $70,000 / YEAR
Core responsibilities
The lead teacher is responsible for delivering high-Quality montessori instruction to students aged 6-9 while fostering a safe, inclusive, and intellectually stimulating classroom environment. They must also manage student assessments, maintain comprehensive records, and collaborate effectively with families, staff, and school leadership.
Requirements summary
Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree and possess ami or ams montessori certification at the elementary level. Prior experience as a guide in a 6-9 montessori classroom is required, along with a demonstrated commitment to anti-Bias and anti-Racist educational practices.
bachelor degreeprofessional certificateCommunicationCollaborationCPRSupervisionRecord keepingFirst aidClassroom managementInstructional planningCulturally responsive teachingStudent assessmentAnti-racist practicesSocial and emotional learningMontessori curriculumAnti-bias education
Benefits
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Medical insurance
- Flexible paid time off
- Short term disability
- Pet insurance
- Long term disability
- Professional development opportunities
- EAP program