Avon Montessori Academy, located on the west side of Cleveland, Ohio, is seeking a Montessori preKindergarten (4-5 yrs) Teacher to join our amazing team of teachers and wonderful school community beginning August 2026. AMA is a growing private school with seven classrooms serving children from 18 months through Kindergarten. Our mission is to cultivate and inspire each individual within our school community to excel as lifetime scholars, creative thinkers, and responsible citizens. Members of our school community act with respect, compassion, integrity, and heart. We weave authentic Montessori philosophy with a warm and charming environment, placing emphasis on whole child development, peace education, and care of the Earth.
Position/Classroom Details:
- Part-time, Monday through Friday, 12:00 - 5:30 with the potential for full time employment as the school year progresses
- Oversight of a thriving afternoon Montessori preKindergarten program (20 children ages 4 and 5)
- Open and bright learning environment with direct outdoor access and ample storage space
- Well-equipped array of furniture and curriculum activities
- Substantial budget for additional purchases
Benefits Include:
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience
- Tuition discount for family members
- 401(k) with company match
- 10 paid sick/personal days per school year
- Monthly Teacher Work Days without students
- 27 paid holidays/school breaks
- Limited weekend events throughout the school year
Ideal Candidates:
- Have experience in a Montessori school, or are open to learning a unique approach to guiding preschoolers
- Are able to meet the physical demands of working with young children
- Have experience in child care and like working with preschoolers
- Are a responsible, dependable, capable, and flexible team player
- Enjoy working as part of a like-minded team, contributing their gifts toward the advancement of the whole
- Value working in partnership with parents
- Possess good communication skills, orally and written
- Have a deep passion for working with young children and contributing to their growth and development
Work Remotely
Pay: $20.00 - $28.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Employee discount
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
Application Question(s):
- Do you have any experience in an authentic Montessori classroom/school?
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- daycare or preschool: 2 years (Required)
Work Location: In person
