Montessori School of Denver (MSD), located in beautiful Colorado, is seeking an
Upper Elementary Associate Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year.

Job Overview: Associate Teachers at Montessori School of Denver are experienced educators who bring strong classroom presence, a love of working with children, and a commitment to collaboration. While they are not Montessori credentialed and do not deliver Montessori-specific lessons, Associate Teachers play an essential role in classroom life—supporting student growth, maintaining the prepared environment, managing classroom routines, and partnering closely with the lead teacher and teaching team.

About Our School: MSD provides an engaging, empowering, and sound Montessori educational program for students ages 2-14. Our school is accredited by the National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS), the Association of Colorado Independent Schools (ACIS), and the American Montessori Society (AMS).[1] Founded in 1964, MSD is the oldest Montessori school in the Denver metro area. In 2015, MSD completed a comprehensive multi-million-dollar expansion plan to complement its existing facilities. A new Arts and Athletics Center, enhanced outdoor learning and play environments, a new Toddler Village, updated Middle School space, a thriving Urban Farm and one-of-a-kind Vertical Farm, and a state-of-the-art Science and Innovation Tower were added to provide an exceptional, experiential, educational environment for all of our students. In 2026, newly renovated buildings and spaces, including, Lower Elementary, an innovation studio, new Library space, a new Welcome Center, and more.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (required)
• Experience teaching Elementary-aged students in a classroom or school setting (required)
• Strong classroom management and communication skills
• Interest in Montessori philosophy (experience preferred, but not required)

• Professional demeanor, collaborative mindset, and commitment to student-centered learning

Reports to: Director of Elementary Education

Supervises: N/A

FLSA Status: Exempt Employee,[2] Number of Days Paid – 190

Compensation: Salary starting at $43,750

Montessori School of Denver offers an excellent compensation package including paid time off, health, dental, vision, 403(b) with matching and more; wide-ranging opportunities for professional development; and a talented and dedicated staff of teaching professionals and supportive administrators. Successful candidates will join a dynamic, supportive, and forward-thinking teaching community of over 80 individuals.

Montessori School of Denver does not discriminate based on race, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, or disability.

Applicants are invited to visit Montessori School of Denver’s website (montessoridenver.org) to learn more about the school and its programs.

To Apply: Please complete our application and upload your resume here. We look forward to hearing from you!

Montessori School of Evergreen (MSE) is a non-profit day school serving students Toddler to Eighth Grade. MSE is dedicated to its mission of inspiring a lifelong love of learning in each student through meaningful, dynamic, and innovative experiences. MSE is fully accredited by both the American Montessori Society and the Association of Colorado Independent Schools.  

MSE is looking for a part time Toddler/Primary Floater Assistant. There is opportunity for the position to be full-time if aftercare is included. 

The following outline is intended to be a list of basic responsibilities for the Assistant Teacher position at MSE. Duties include but are not limited to the written contents of this document.

Creates a nurturing, respectful, and safe learning environment (together with the Lead Teachers) that responds to the needs of each student.

• Creates materials and gives individual and small group lessons as directed by the Lead Teacher.

• Assist in maintaining the curriculum under the direction of the Lead Teachers in accordance with Montessori School of Evergreen’s curriculum guidelines and best practices.

• Supports Lead Teachers in the process of developing and sharing classroom activities to meet developmental and academic objectives. 

• Uses constructive feedback from the Lead Teacher and Director to improve the classroom environment.

• Develops, maintains, and implements a classroom maintenance schedule with Lead Teacher, including but not limited to items such as cleaning the shelves and materials and repairing materials.

• Assists in planning class events. 

• Maintains a positive attitude and open communication with Lead Teachers. 

• Develops a plan with the Lead Teacher for sharing class preparatory responsibilities.

• Assists students in the transition to, and operation within co-curricular classes and other school programs, including supervision of students for off campus activities 

• Uses constructive feedback from Lead Teacher to improve teaching, curriculum, classroom environment, and addresses individual student needs.

• Participates in scheduled meetings with the teaching team to discuss/review classroom environment, students and create plans. 

• Obtains training in Montessori Philosophy as well as lessons that the Lead Teacher trains the assistant to deliver. Observes the Lead Teacher to be sure that lessons are given accurately. 

• Support classroom while full time employees are on break.
• Support for transitions and nap time. 

• Provide after-care supervision daily (for full time position)

Reporting to the board of trustees, the head of school serves as the chief executive and educational leader of Fountain Valley School, responsible for the overall vision, health, and success of the institution. The head of school oversees a leadership team spanning academics, community life, enrollment, development, finance, operations, and faculty affairs and is entrusted to work with the leadership team to translate the school's mission and strategic priorities into action from the classroom and dormitories to the boardroom and beyond. The head will guide and inspire the effective leadership team in their respective domains. The ideal leader will pair deep care for students and community with the strategic and financial acumen to manage a complex, campus-based organization, along with the presence and relational skill to represent Fountain Valley credibly to families, donors, faculty, and the broader Colorado Springs community. This is a transformational moment for Fountain Valley: as the school approaches its Centennial in 2030, the incoming head of school will help carry forward the vision of those who built FVS while setting the course for its second century.

Salary: $325,000 - $400,000

Benefits: FVS believes in supporting the whole person—both professionally and personally. Our benefits include:

·      Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

·      School-paid short-term disability, long-term disability, and Colorado paid leave premiums

·      School-paid life insurance equal to double the annual salary

·      Voluntary life insurance options

·      Employee Assistance Program for confidential support services

·      Retirement plan with employer contribution

·      Full access to our beautiful campus amenities, including pool, gym, walking/jogging loop, workout bikes, scenic hiking and biking trails, and our Mountain Campus

Please review the attached document for more information on the school and the position.

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