Teaching Partner (Montessori Classroom Residency, All Levels)

Teaching Partner (Montessori Classroom Residency)Location: Sandwich Montessori School – Cape CodPosition Type: Full-TimeWork alongside experienced Montessori educators in a small classroom environment while learning the craft of teaching. This role is designed for individuals who want to begin a meaningful career in education while developing their skills through mentorship and daily classroom experience.Many of our strongest Teaching Partners are recent college graduates exploring long-term careers in education.Join a School Where Educators GrowAt Sandwich Montessori School, we believe adults deserve the same thoughtful learning environment that children do.Our classrooms are small, collaborative microschools where educators work closely together, develop their craft over time, and grow into long-term educational leaders. Sandwich Montessori School is part of a growing educational organization focused on building strong Montessori programs and supporting educators over the long term.The Teaching Partner role is the entry point into this pathway.Many of our strongest Teaching Partners are recent college graduates or early-career professionals who want meaningful work with children while continuing to grow as educators.This role offers hands-on classroom experience, mentorship from experienced Montessori educators, and a clear pathway toward leadership in education.This position is ideal for someone who:Loves working with childrenWants to grow into a strong educatorValues calm, organized environmentsIs curious and committed to learningWhat You'll DoTeaching Partners work alongside a classroom Teacher Leader to support a calm, well-prepared environment for children.Daily responsibilities include:Supporting Montessori classroom routines and transitionsHelping prepare and maintain the classroom environmentObserving children and supporting their independenceAssisting with literacy routines and language-rich interactionsMaintaining clear communication with the classroom teamContributing to a culture of respect, order, and curiosityOver time, Teaching Partners begin leading small routines and developing their own classroom skills.What Success Looks Like in the First YearA successful Teaching Partner at Sandwich Montessori School demonstrates steady growth in the following areas during the first year:• Calm emotional regulation with children, even during busy or challenging classroom moments.• Consistent reliability and punctuality, arriving prepared and ready to support the classroom each day.• Strong preparation of the environment, helping maintain an orderly, welcoming space that supports children's independence.• Curiosity and commitment to learning, actively participating in Montessori training, coaching, and literacy development.• Positive collaboration with the classroom team, communicating clearly and contributing to a respectful and supportive environment.Teaching Partners gradually take on more responsibility as their skills develop. Many Teaching Partners begin preparing for movement into the Teacher role during their first year as they demonstrate readiness for increased leadership in the classroom.Who Thrives HereThis role requires strong reliability, patience with children, and the ability to stay calm and organized in a busy classroom environment. The educators who thrive here tend to be:Calm and emotionally steady with childrenHighly reliable and punctualCurious and open to coaching and feedbackOrganized and attentive to the classroom environmentKind, patient, and respectful with children and adultsMotivated to grow in their craft and develop strong classroom leadership skills over timeYou do not need prior Montessori experience to apply.You do need a genuine commitment to learning and improving over time, as well as:• Completed or nearly completed college coursework toward a bachelor's degree. Many of our strongest candidates are recent graduates or students finishing their final year of college.• Experience working with children in environments such as camps, tutoring, childcare, mentoring, or youth programs is highly valued.• A willingness to develop your craft as an educator through ongoing training and feedback.CompensationTeaching Partners are hourly team members and are paid based on experience and background working with children.Typical Teaching Partner pay range: $21 - $23 per hourTeaching Partners also receive:• Hands-on mentorship from experienced Montessori educators• Professional development and training opportunities• A collaborative classroom structure designed for learning and growth• A clear pathway toward the salaried Teacher role as skills developOur Hiring ProcessBecause we invest heavily in developing educators, we take hiring seriously. Our process includes a short reflection, an interview conversation, and opportunities to learn more about the classroom environment.This approach helps us get to know candidates thoughtfully and ensures that people who join our team are genuinely interested in growing as educators here.Candidates who are excited about this type of learning environment usually enjoy the process.Growth PathAt SMS, you are not hired into a role, you are entering a professional pathway toward leadership. Sandwich Montessori School offers a clear career pathway for educators:Teaching Partner → Teacher → Lead Teacher → Teacher LeaderCompensation and responsibility increase as educators demonstrate mastery and leadership.We invest heavily in training and mentoring so that educators can build long-term careers, not just short-term jobs.Why Many Recent Graduates Choose this RoleMany of our strongest Teaching Partners are recent college graduates who want to build meaningful careers in education while continuing to learn. This role provides hands-on classroom experience, professional mentorship, and a clear pathway toward long-term leadership in education.We receive many applications for this role, so we prioritize candidates who thoughtfully complete the application process and demonstrate genuine interest in Montessori education and our school community. to apply for this position from job boards outside of our SMS Careers Page.