Employment

Children's House Montessori School is interested in dedicated Montessori educators, who believe in Maria Montessori's philosophy of a child-centered approach to self-discovery and value the importance of a nature-based education. If you are interested in joining our vibrant and diverse staff, please see our current employment opportunities listed below. Children's House also accepts resumes for future openings that may not be listed yet. Please email your resume and contact information to: director@camdenmontessori.org.

Current Opportunities

Lead Summer Camp Counselor

Seeking a Lead Camp Counselor for the 2025 summer season for our primary group (ages 3-5 years). This position begins June 16, or earlier with availability, and runs through August 15. Hours are Monday-Thursday, 8-4 and Friday, 8-12:30. The successful candidate will join a team-oriented Montessori camp community that serves approximately 50 children ages 18 months to 10 years old in a community-based, nurturing, and inclusive environment. If you are collaborative, innovative, and deeply committed to nurturing the whole child, please send a cover letter, resume, and three references to Rachel Nixon, Head of School, Children’s House Montessori School, director@camdenmontessori.org.

Camp Counselor/Assistant Teacher

Does working with children at a community-based camp sound rewarding to you? Do you have experience as an assistant teacher, babysitter/nanny, or are you interested in becoming a teacher? We are looking for responsible, creative and talented individuals - high school students, college students or older - to join our team this summer at the yellow schoolhouse in Camden. Our camp serves children 18 months to 10 years old. The position begins June 18, or earlier with availability, and runs through August 15. Hours are Monday-Thursday, 8-3:15 and Friday, 8-12:15. Great job experience and a lot of fun. Please send a cover letter, resume, and three references to Rachel Nixon, Head of School, Children’s House Montessori School, director@camdenmontessori.org.

Classroom Floater

CHMS is seeking a Classroom Floater for all programs (toddler, primary, and elementary). Ideal candidates possess a B.A. in education or a related field and have prior teaching experience with children ages 18 months to 10 years old. Prior Montessori experience is not required but is preferred. This position requires an understanding of young children and will be responsible for establishing a positive, encouraging, appropriate relationship with students. They will work with other teachers and staff as a contributing team member to present a cooperative and positive work environment and are expected to follow best practices while working collaboratively in a professional Montessori community. Warmth, calmness, and professionalism in daily interactions is essential.

This position is ideally Monday-Thursday, 11:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Fridays to be determined. The floater provides essential coverage to classrooms throughout the day, as well as supports before and aftercare programs. The pay is $20-22/hour based on experience, plus the monthly Salary Supplement through the State of Maine. Please submit a cover letter, resume and three references to director@camdenmontessori.org.

Substitute Teachers

CHMS is seeking Substitute Teachers for all programs (toddler, primary, and elementary). Ideal candidates possess a B.A. in education or a related field and have prior teaching experience with children ages 18 months to 10 years old. Prior Montessori experience is not required but is preferred. Substitutes require an understanding of young children and will be responsible for establishing a positive, encouraging, appropriate relationship with students. They will work with other teachers and staff as a contributing team member to present a cooperative and positive work environment and are expected to follow best practices while working collaboratively in a professional Montessori community. Warmth, calmness, and professionalism in daily interactions is essential.

The position is on-call for daily coverage and with advance notice for short-term substitute opportunities. The pay is $20/hour. Please submit a cover letter, resume and three references to director@camdenmontessori.org.

Children’s House strives to be a place where each person – whether a student, teacher, staff, parent, caregiver, or grandparent – feels a sense of belonging and respect. CHMS provides equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees regardless of race, sex, sexual preference, religion, national origin, or physical disability.