Montessori Trained Upper Elementary Teacher, Montessori School of Lake Forest

School: Montessori School of Lake Forest

Location: Lake Forest, IL

Job Title: Montessori Trained Upper Elementary Teacher

Description: MSLF is an authentic Montessori school seeking a Montessori trained Upper Elementary Teacher to co-lead a classroom of children ages 9-12 years starting in August 2025.

The ideal candidate is AMI or AMS certified and will lead an Upper Elementary classroom, partnering with an experienced co-teacher, and using the Montessori Method, will work with each child to meet their developmental needs. The ideal candidate will also be reliable, and possess a patient, positive, and respectful manner toward children in their care.

- STARTING SALARY COMMENSURATE WITH CANDIDATE'S SKILL, EXPERIENCE, AND QUALIFICATIONS

- RELOCATION SUPPORT WITHIN THE UNITED STATES AVAILABLE

- SIGNING BONUS AVAILABLE

Key Candidate Skills and Attributes:

• Ability to maintain confidentiality and supportive respect for colleagues, children and families (required)

• Alignment with school’s mission and values

• Passion for the Montessori pedagogy and working with elementary-aged children

• Exhibit patience, organization, and leadership in the classroom

• Ability to coach/mentor colleagues

• Receptive to input, feedback, and ideas

• Work collaboratively and cooperatively with their co-teacher

• Willing and able to creatively and proactively solve problems

• Commitment to continuous professional development and growth

Qualifications include:

• Bachelor’s degree

• AMS or AMI certified at the Elementary level (6-12) or currently in a training program

• Experience working in a Montessori classroom

• Meet the DCFS or ISBE requirements for a teacher

• Good communication skills and strong work ethic

• Investment in continuous learning and development

• Ability to collaborate, multi-task, and learn through observation and modeling

We are a strong school community, dedicated to Montessori principles, committed to inspiring independence, self-confidence, respect, and academic excellence.

Full-time position available for start of the 2025-2026 school year

• Competitive salary and benefits package (starting salary commensurate with candidate's skill, experience, and qualifications)

• Benefit eligible, including health, dental, and vision insurance, long-term disability insurance and AD&D insurance, 403B match after one year of employment, discounted tuition

• Mentor program and paid professional development

• Generous budgets for Montessori materials, classroom supplies, and field trips

• Position start date August 2025

Contact Method: Submit your resume to Executive Director, Hope Allegretti (hope@mslf.org)