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Villa Madonna Montessori (Member School)
Job Title: Pre Primary Montessori Teacher
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Posted on January 17, 2026
Mighty Oak Academy
Job Title: Executive Director
ABOUT US
Are you excited about teaching? Do you have a passion for the next generation and want to invest in our children? Do you see the injustices and inadequacies in the current education system and don’t know where to start to make a difference?
We are Mighty Oak Academy, a startup community school in the West End of Louisville KY, a traditionally underserved neighborhood where students have been left behind for decades. We are looking for educators that want to make a change in our neighborhood and for our children who deserve better. If you want to think outside the box on how we approach education, are willing to learn new ways to meet students where they are then we are the school for you. We are a school that uses a non-traditional education approach to meet our students where they are, unlocking their passions to ignite their love of learning and guiding them to excel at their own pace. If you believe in the larger education system and think investing in the same system that has been around for decades is working, then MOA is probably not the place for you.
ABOUT THE ROLE
The Elementary Teacher reports to the Head of School and is responsible for facilitating a child-centered learning environment that is driven by the individual interests and/or passions of the students. Our teachers are the backbone of the education provided at Mighty Oak Academy. We have high expectations for both our educators and our students. The culture at Mighty Oak is centered around academics and community. We are seeking educators who believe change is possible, are willing to think differently about schooling, and are motivated to invest deeply in children and community. If you are energized by innovative practices, relationship-driven teaching, and helping students discover their passions while learning at their own pace, MOA is the place for you! Educators who prefer conventional, one-size-fits-all approaches may not find this environment to be a good fit. Teachers are expected to participate in learning about the community as well as community events and programs to better understand their students and help build a culture love and empowerment.
Teaching at Mighty Oak Academy
Our priority is loving our students to help them reach their potential and we understand that our educators are a key aspect of ensuring that student success. We value our educators and seek to also meet their needs as well.
We are looking for educators that are willing to make a change in our neighborhood where our children deserve better. Our teaching positions include:
7 weeks of out-of-school breaks for educator wellbeing
Full 30-minute no duty lunch break
1 hour paid planning time after school (can also be used to support your professional development)
Instructional, behavioral, and classroom support staff
A behavior interventionist team for social-emotional support and coaching
Freedom to differentiate instruction based on student needs
Competitive benefits, including 401(k) with match, health, dental, and vision insurance
15 days PTO as well as 6 paid holidays
RESPONSIBLIITES
Create and maintain a safe, loving, and engaging classroom environment
Observe and support each student as an individual, guiding exploration of interests through multidisciplinary learning
Deliver instruction in whole-group, small-group, and individualized formats
Use qualitative and quantitative assessments to inform responsive instruction
Design and facilitate project-based learning experiences
Integrate social-emotional learning practices into daily classroom routines
Collaborate with colleagues on curriculum design, problem-solving, and school-wide projects
Partner with instructional, behavioral, and related service providers to support diverse learners
Communicate regularly with families, including documentation and outreach as needed
Participate in professional development and the ongoing design of the MOA educational model
Meet individually with students to support growth and ownership of learning
Fulfill additional duties as needed (e.g., dismissal, field trips, community events)
Facilitate classes daily with students at different levels of learning abilities and/or grade levels.
QUALIFICATIONS
You have a bachelor’s degree
You have a minimum of 3 years of experience as a classroom teacher and hold deep and diverse instructional competence.
Experience with non-traditional or alternative educational approaches strongly encouraged such as Montessori, Waldorf or Reggio-Emilia
You embody the characteristics listed below
CHARACTERISTICS
Passion for teaching and joy in student growth and discovery
Deep care for children and belief that learning happens through relationships
Commitment to differentiated, student-centered instruction
Strong communication skills and ability to connect with diverse learners
Understanding that behavior is communication and should be met with curiosity and care
Flexibility and willingness to adapt instruction when approaches are not working
Alignment with Love City values: community investment, humility, love without judgment, and dreaming big
High standards for personal and professional excellence
K–5 teaching certification not required, but preferred
Growth mindset and openness to learning new educational models and practices
Training or certification in alternative models (e.g., Montessori, Waldorf, Reggio Emilia, Project-Based Learning) a plus
Ties to the Portland or West End Louisville communities a plus
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk, hear, and communicate with both adults and children. The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, and reach with hands and arms. We are in an old three-story building with no elevator. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is moderate to high.
COMPENSATION PHILOSOPHY
Compensation is commensurate with qualifications and experience. We have structured our compensation to provide the most level of flexibility as well as appreciation for the work educators perform. All our positions are hourly. Our school year for staff starts at the beginning of August and goes through early June. We build planning and break times into the daily schedule, and staff are scheduled to work 8 hours a day 5 days a week. Staff can accrue up to 15 days PTO throughout the year. We also offer a set number of holidays throughout the year; these do not include winter break and spring break. If staff wish to be paid over non holiday breaks when school is closed, they can take PTO. We strive to provide a highly competitive hourly wage which we feel, when paired with the flexibility of being hourly along with PTO, holiday pay, and health care provide a generous compensation package. Starting hourly rates for this role are based on qualifications and experience on the following scale:
Bachelors Degree – no teaching certification $24
Bachelors Degree – teaching certification $26
Bachelors Degree – Teaching certification minimum 5 years experience $28
Masters Degree – teaching certification $30
Masters Degree – Teaching Certification minimum 5 years experience $32
Calculating Annual Pay
Our teaching positions are non-exempt hourly with teachers being paid for 8 hours of work a day. Teachers are not paid for days they do not work, such as school breaks and over the summer. To calculate what the annual equivalent for the hourly rate would be we use the following formula.
Total number of paid school days = 170
Training Days prior to start of school = 5
Parent Teacher Conference Days = 3
Paid Holidays = 5
Total possible paid PTO days = 15
Total paid days in a school year = 198
We then multiply the total days by 8 hours a day by the hourly rate to get the annual equivalent. For example the hourly rate of $28 an hour would work out to:
198 x 8 x $28 = $44,352
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Retirement plan
Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Posted on January 17, 2026
Children’s Meeting House Montessori School (Member School)
Job Title: Head of School
Children’s Meeting House Montessori School (CMH) invites applications, nominations, and expressions of interest for its next Head of School, anticipated to begin July 2027. This is an exceptional opportunity for a mission-driven leader to steward a warm, joyful, and deeply child-centered Montessori community that empowers students to grow with independence, curiosity, and purpose.
Founded more than fifty years ago, CMH is known for its dedicated faculty, strong parent partnership, and a beautiful natural setting that enhances the Montessori experience. The school serves children from preschool through middle school, offering thoughtfully prepared environments, outdoor learning, and a culture that prioritizes respect, hands-on exploration, and the development of the whole child. With a supportive Board of Trustees and an engaged community, CMH is poised for continued growth and programmatic innovation.
The next Head of School will be a relational and strategic leader who brings a collaborative spirit, a commitment to authentic Montessori pedagogy, and the ability to inspire faculty, families, and students. Key priorities for the next leader will include strengthening enrollment and retention, supporting and developing faculty and staff, deepening the middle school program, and advancing the school’s long-term financial sustainability. Candidates should possess strong communication skills, operational and organizational leadership capacity, and a readiness to serve as a visible community connector.
IndySchool Consultancy is partnering with Children’s Meeting House Montessori School to lead this national search. Interested candidates should submit a resume and a cover letter outlining their interest in the role and alignment with the school’s mission.
To Apply: https://app.loxo.co/job/MzE0MTcteGg2a3N0eWJzM2U0anBrMw==?t=1760205733229
For more information, send all correspondence to Tim Viands, President of IndySchool Consultancy, at:
📧 tim@indyschoolconsultancy.com
The application deadline is January 30, 2026
To learn more about IndySchool Consultancy, please visit:
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Posted on December 17, 2025