Upper Elementary Assistant Teacher
Job Description
Job DescriptionSalary:
Upper Elementary Assistant Teacher
Beginning August 17, 2026
ABOUT US:
Kingsley Montessori School is a toddler through sixth grade independent school of 300 students in Bostons historic Back Bay. Our mission is to engage the mind, hands, and heart of each child to nurture resilient explorers, confident learners, and empathetic citizens. A diverse, equitable, and inclusive community is integral to fulfilling our mission. Kingsley Montessori School strives to be a place where each person feels a sense of belonging and respect, recognizes and appreciates the richness that is added to our community through diversity, and is empowered to take action against injustices. We actively create such a community through our programming, our professional development, and our hiring, admissions, and governance practices. Kingsleys high standards of professionalism are maintained through supportive and ongoing supervision and evaluation, development, and growth.
DESCRIPTION AND REQUIREMENTS:
Kingsley is looking for applicants for the position of Upper Elementary Assistant Teacher. We seek reflective, intentional educators who want to contribute to a progressive, integrated curriculum informed by Montessori pedagogy and principles. As an Assistant Teacher, this individual will share responsibility with Lead Teachers, for all aspects of each of our students classroom experience and for developing strong partnerships with parents and colleagues. Other important duties include advancing your professional and personal growth and fulfilling administrative duties. All teachers attend regular meetings and share responsibilities with other faculty in the areas of curriculum management, classroom schedules, record keeping, student needs, and the classroom environment. Upper Elementary Assistant Teachers report to the Director of Elementary Education.
This role reports directly to the Director of Elementary. Expected working hours will be 7:45 a.m. to 3:45 p.m. and one day a week 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. to help support KMS Auxiliary Programming and will include occasional evening commitments. Candidates with independent school experience, advanced degrees and strong backgrounds teaching and DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) work will be preferred.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- BA/BS degree required; MA degree preferred
- American Montessori Society (AMS) or Association Montessori Internationale (AMI) teaching credentials are a plus but are not required
- Experience with a variety of instructional methods and multi-age learning environments
- Ability to work collaboratively with faculty to enhance curriculum and community
- Commitment to meeting the needs of each child
- Commitment to professional growth and best practices in education
TO APPLY, CANDIDATES SHOULD SUBMIT THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION:
- Cover letter describing your interest in the position including your background and experience
- Current resume
- List of three current/past supervisors with email addresses and phone numbers
Kingsley is committed to equitable compensation for all faculty. Faculty salaries are determined based on an experience-based step scale, ensuring fair pay for those with similar teaching experience. Starting salaries for full-time teachers typically range from $42,000-57,000.
Kingsley Montessori School values and celebrates diversity because it makes us a better employer, builds a stronger school community, develops a sense of collaboration, and encourages mutual respect and broader thinking. We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, or any other characteristic protected by law.