Contact: Jennifer Mason

Email: jennifer@harbormontessori.org

Name of School/Organization: Harbor Montessori School

School Website: www.harbormontessori.org

Age Group: 16 - 36 months

Description: Harbor Montessori School in Gig Harbor Washington, is seeking a dynamic and compassionate toddler Montessori teacher for the 2025-26 school year. HMS has well-equipped and beautiful classrooms, small class sizes, a welcoming and joyful staff and faculty, all on a beautiful four-acre campus just two miles from the downtown area.

Harbor Montessori School serves children infant - 8th grade and is accredited by the American Montessori Society. We are an equal opportunity employer seeking candidates who will embrace the tenets of Montessori Education and the school’s mission, vision, and values, including optimism, respect, connection, integrity, and inclusivity.

Candidates must be detail-oriented, work well as a team member, be experienced in classroom management skills, and have a deep understanding of Montessori education in the first plane of development.

Brief Description: The Toddler Teacher is a full-time, year round (12 month) position. The Toddler Teacher will work in conjunction with the Associate Head of School and the Head of School to educate, lead, and empower toddlers in accordance with the principles of Montessori educational philosophy and practices. The candidate must hold a toddler credential from an AMS, AMI, or MACTE accredited teacher education program.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

Prepare the environment and lessons

Develop, review, and update curriculum

Prepare annual statement of goals and objectives for professional development and evaluation

Maintain student records with regard to attendance, achievement, and report-writing

Prepare reports for parents in accordance with the established policies of Harbor Montessori School

Mentor the classroom assistant and build a collaborative relationship with them

Prepare for and participate in regular parent-teacher conferences as set forth on the school calendar

Attend and participate in various evening meetings

Establish and maintain a positive and professional relationship with students, families, and other staff members

SKILLS AND REQUIREMENTS:

Associate’s Degree required; Bachelor’s Degree preferred

Montessori certification required

Harbor Montessori School offers competitive benefits including medical/dental/vision, retirement plan, paid time off, and professional development. The salary range is $48,000 - $72,000 depending upon education and experience.

Interested candidates, please send cover letter and resume to Jennifer Mason, Associate Head of School at jennifer@harbormontessori.org.

Phone: (253) 851-5722

School Address: 5414 Comte Dr NW, Gig Harbor, Washington 98335