Mentor Montessori Teacher: Seattle-Tacoma, WA

About the role

As a Mentor Montessori Teacher, you will serve as an instructional coach at a Bezos Academy school within our network of high‑quality Montessori‑inspired preschools in under‑resourced communities. You will coach teachers to plan, prepare, and model instructional activities that facilitate active Montessori learning experiences, using child‑level assessment and growth data to modify instructional plans so every classroom thrives and every child is ready for kindergarten. You will bring deep knowledge of primary (age 3‑6) Montessori educational principles and practices, as well as complementary early childhood philosophies and pedagogies, and draw on your prior experience as a strong teacher and collaborator. You will facilitate learning opportunities for teachers that support the cognitive, language, social, emotional, and physical development of every child, mentor learners in Bezos Academy’s Montessori Credential Program, and build relationships with Lead and Assistant Teachers while reporting directly to the Head of School. While you will not guide your own classroom, you will develop and coach Lead and Assistant Teachers, provide classroom coverage as needed, and support the Head of School with operational responsibilities as a member of the administrative team. Relocation support is available for this role, and we are actively hiring for Mentor Montessori Teachers to support our preschools in the Seattle‑Tacoma metro area (Federal Way and Renton – North Highlands).

Responsibilities

• Support the initial set up and ongoing evolution and design of the prepared environment throughout the year to meet the development needs of every child.
• Inventory and make recommendations for classroom materials for all areas of the environment.
• Maintain knowledge of school and classroom routines and advise to ensure smooth, easy transitions and routines.
• Develop additional lesson plans and corresponding materials in alignment with the overall curriculum with a diversity, equity, and inclusivity lens.
• Model and support observation, record keeping, and assessment processes.
• Use child‑level assessment and growth data to evaluate child progress and to plan professional learning for teachers in your school.
• As needed, independently supervise children throughout the day in classrooms and a variety of other situations, including arrival/departure, transitions, outside time, rest/nap time, and (if offered) extended hours.
• Support teachers’ reflection and growth in instructional practice and responsibilities.
• Serve as a field consultant for teachers enrolled in Bezos Academy’s in‑house Montessori credentialing program, including meeting regularly with adult learners and conducting multiple formal observations and evaluations.
• Assist the Head of School with school operations (e.g., opening or closing the school daily, greeting families).
• Plan, prepare, and deliver instructional activities that facilitate active Montessori learning experiences.
• Engage in ongoing self‑assessment and refinement of practice, and participate in collaborative professional growth around coaching and mentoring within a Montessori environment.
• Support an environment that demonstrates rapport with and respect for all students.
• Lead and participate in collegial activities and meetings designed to make the entire school a productive professional learning community.
• Maintain teaching skills and participate in professional development activities (both within the school community and via attendance at conferences, workshops, etc.).
• Engage with regional learning opportunities and participate in a professional learning community with other Mentor Montessori Teachers.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Primary Montessori diploma from an AMI, AMS, or other MACTE‑accredited institute.
• Five or more years of experience as a primary Montessori lead teacher/guide (ages 3‑6), including at least three years of experience after earning a primary Montessori diploma.
• Track record of driving strong child outcomes as a teacher.
• Track record of generating positive outcomes from coaching and training educators.
• Ability to meet all credentialing criteria for lead early childhood teachers in Washington.
• Ability to meet all additional training and eligibility requirements of Washington, including clearing background checks, tuberculosis tests, etc., with required documentation submitted to the state’s child care regulatory agency prior to start of employment.
• Experience monitoring and maintaining accurate records on the progress of individual students.
• Experience working effectively across lines of difference.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree in a relevant field (e.g., child development, curriculum and instruction, educational technology, early childhood education, etc.).
• Knowledge of other leading early childhood philosophies and pedagogies (e.g., Reggio Emilia and Waldorf).
• Comfort and confidence with various child, classroom‑efficacy, and adult learning assessment methods.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Disability insurance.
• 401(k) plan with a 4% employer contribution match.
• Paid parental leave.
• Employer‑matched flexible spending account for dependent care.
• 15 paid days of vacation.
• 4 days of paid personal time off.
• 9 paid days of sick (care) time, prorated based on position start date.
• 9 paid holidays.
• 5 paid days off for an organization‑wide winter break.
• Additional time off as required by applicable law.

Pay

The full salary range for this position is $92,000 – $138,000 per year. The upper third of the salary range is typically reserved for existing employees who have been in the role for multiple years and demonstrate strong performance over time. Starting salary will vary by qualifications and prior experience.