Toddler All Day Lead Teacher Montessori, All Year

Greene Towne Montessori School, located in Center City, Philadelphia, is dedicated to providing a stimulating learning environment for children ages 18 months through 6 years, consistent with the values and principles developed by Dr. Maria Montessori. Fully accredited by the American Montessori Society, Greene Towne Montessori School instills in young children an understanding of learning as a personal process, a sense of agency in building self and community, and the joy of possibility.

Greene Towne’s “All-Day Montessori” program was created specifically for students and their families who look for care beyond the typical school day and calendar. The extension of our classroom environment builds a unique community specifically set-up for children who stay at school all day. An All-Day Montessori classroom with fewer transitions during the day gives the children consistency of place, teaching staff and activity with the same Montessori philosophy and teaching methods, and designed to meet the physical, emotional, social, and intellectual development of children as all our programs. Families have options to enroll for 9 months or 12 months. Children are guided by morning and afternoon teaching teams, with program hours from 8am-6pm.

Greene Towne Montessori School values diversity as part of its mission, provides equal employment opportunity, and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, national origin, disability, ancestry, citizenship, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by law.

Title: Toddler Lead Teacher: All Day Montessori, year-round position

Greene Towne Montessori School is seeking qualified candidates for the position of a Toddler Lead Teacher for its All-Day Montessori Program. The Toddler ADM Lead Teacher will plan and deliver exceptional Montessori instruction for 18 months to 3 yr -old students, provide a nurturing and caring space for students, and a well-managed classroom environment. This person will work closely in a 4-person team, supervise and train the Assistant Teachers and meet with them to discuss classroom work and goals. The Lead Teacher will develop lesson plans along with maintaining daily records of children’s activities and progress, have excellent communication skills both in written form and in speaking, and have regular, proactive communication with families throughout the school year.

• Qualifications: Montessori Early Childhood Certification, 4-year college degree or higher, two or more years of experience in leading a Primary Montessori environment. Greene Towne Montessori School is seeking individuals that have a love for children, possess a growth-mindset, are organized self-starters, are a team player and are flexible and sensitive to the needs that arise in the life of an active school. Experience with Transparent Classroom and Google Suite helpful.
• Benefits: Competitive compensation. Health, dental & vision insurance. Six school weeks of vacation. Retirement plan and term life.
• Community: Greene Towne Montessori School’s mission to develop each child's full human potential--emotionally, academically, and socially--and to foster a life-long love of learning. Our programs aim to meet the diverse needs of the children and families we serve (toddlers through third grade, about 200 students). Our urban location allows us to take advantage of Philadelphia's cultural and educational opportunities.
• To apply: Email letter of interest, resume, and contact information for three professional references, to [email protected].
• Deadline: May 1, 2026 Position start date: August 3, 2026. Applications will be reviewed as they are received.

Note to the Applicants: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.  No calls please.  Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. GTMS is unable to sponsor visas at this time.