Spring Education Group is a multi-brand education network of superior private school institutions spanning infant care through high school. The network (currently composed of approximately 220 schools) brings together some of the best private school programs in the country, with proven track records educating children through unique and carefully crafted curricula.

Montessori Academy Lead Teacher

Montessori Academy in Boise, Idaho provides students and families with an authentic Montessori educational experience facilitated by passionate Montessori educators who guide students in meaningful work within a beautifully prepared environment. We cultivate an atmosphere of joyful learning and continuous growth for both our students and teachers, offering opportunities to grow professionally within a supportive community.

We are more than a school—we are a community. Our goal is to uplift each other, work together, and implement the educational philosophy pioneered by Maria Montessori over 100 years ago. We believe in a holistic approach to Montessori education, combining academics, practical life, sensorial experiences, and mixed-age groups. Our culture is one of care, grace, courtesy and respect.

About the Position

Location: 649 East Parkcenter Boulevard, Boise, ID 83706

Are you passionate about early childhood education and eager to make a difference in the lives of young children? We are seeking a full-time Lead Teacher to be part of our school community. You will be part of a supportive and caring team, working together to ensure a stimulating, nurturing, and peaceful prepared environment. This includes:

Preparing the learning environment

Guiding students according to their individual needs

Facilitating smooth transitions throughout the day

Communicating in ways that are respectful and kind to all

Supporting language development, social and emotional learning, and executive functioning skills

Ensuring every young learner is in the most stimulating and positive learning environment possible

What We Offer

We offer a supportive community that encourages professional growth, with an annual salary of $37,000-$42,000 . You’ll also enjoy:

Health, vision, and dental insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Tuition discount for your child(ren)

Professional growth and development opportunities

Tuition coverage is available for you to grow your knowledge through our accredited Montessori Certificate Program at Eagle Montessori Teaching Academy.

A culture of care and positivity

About You

We are looking for someone who is excited to work with young children, positive, good at communicating with both fellow teachers and parents, and ready to share their own love of learning and development. You must be:

At least 18 years of age

Minimum high school diploma

Montessori Certificate required

Must successfully clear criminal background check

Previous teaching experience

Compliance with all state education and licensing standards and maintains validation of credentials for the position

Do you have other talents like crafting, cooking, gardening, or music? We would love to see them in action in our classrooms, share them with us!

Ready to join our community and help shape the future of our students? Apply now to become part of our Montessori Academy family!

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. In general, this position requires an individual to frequently walk, stand, sit, squat, stoop, reach, kneel, rise from the floor, twist, listen, read, write, and speak the English language. In addition, this position often requires an individual to carry, lift, use repetitive or fine hand movements, and occasionally push, pull, or bend. This position is regularly required to hear and use clear vision with or without correction. Spring Education Group, including, but not limited to SEG Inc., and their affiliates (collectively “Company”) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants for employment and employees are provided equal employment opportunities, including in recruitment, hiring, and assignment, without regard to actual or perceived race, color, religion and religious creed, sex (including pregnancy and related conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital or familial status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, genetic information, military/veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. The Company expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee or student harassment or discrimination.