Lead Teacher Upper Primary

Montessori East is looking for a skilled and passionate teacher who values truly child-led learning. This role is to lead a mixed class of 9-12 year old children. You will be joining our team of supportive and like-minded professionals, with an experienced classroom assistant and a warm and welcoming community.

We are open to expressions of interest from both Montessori teachers and experienced primary teachers who share the same philosophy of education.

This is a full-time, maternity leave contract role, starting in Term 3 2026 until Term 2 2027.

We are an authentic Montessori school with a collaborative team, a friendly and engaging parent community, and a strong commitment to the children and families. Our school is well-established, supportive, and easily accessible via Bondi Junction train station. You will be working in an established classroom with an experienced assistant.

Who will the successful applicant be?

• A teacher who demonstrates enthusiasm and the ability to inspire primary age students
• Able to demonstrate a sound knowledge of the curriculum
• Possess outstanding interpersonal skills
• Ideally holds a Montessori AMI 6-12 Diploma or an experience primary teacher

Additional attributes

• Works with integrity willing to learn and adapt to our setting
• Enjoys collaboration and professional dialogue
• Builds respectful relationships with children and families
• Brings organisation, care, and curiosity to their work

Applications

Please email a cover letter, CV, and two referees to

Kathryn Wyer, ***email_hidden***

(Subject: Application – 6–12 Guide)

Applicants must be eligible to work in Australia. Applications are treated in confidence.

Child Safety Commitment

We are committed to providing a child-safe environment through clear policies, procedures, and training. It is a condition of employment that all new staff must acknowledge understanding of the Child Safe Policy and the Child Safe Codes of Conduct prior to commencing.

All roles require a valid Working with Children Check in accordance with the Child Protection (Working with Children) Act 2012 prior to commencement.