Full-Time, Lower Elementary Lead Teacher - Geist Montessori Academy

Position Overview

GMA is an Indiana public charter school, authorized by Ball State University, built on an authentic Montessori education - one grounded in trust, respect, and meaningful work in a thoughtfully prepared environment. Our teachers hold Montessori philosophy and Indiana Academic Standards together, not apart. And they never do it alone: GMA is a collaborative, mission-driven community where teams plan together, reflect together, and hold each other - and our students - to high expectations. If thats the kind of school where you do your best work, we want to hear from you.

The Role

The Lead Teacher guides a multi-age Montessori classroom - planning and delivering standards-aligned instruction rooted in Montessori materials and philosophy, building a prepared environment where independence and deep work can flourish, and forming the relationships with students, families, and colleagues that make it all possible.

This is a full-time, exempt, academic-year position. Were currently hiring for Lower Elementary (grades 1-2). GMAs grade bands are:

• Early Childhood (ages 3-6 / Pre-K-K)
• Lower Elementary (grades 1-2)
• Middle Elementary (grades 3-4)
• Upper Elementary (grades 5-6)

All Lead Teachers share the same core responsibilities and standards, with level-specific expectations noted as needed.

What You Bring

• Valid Indiana teaching license, Indiana charter school license, or eligibility for licensure
• Bachelors degree in education or a related field
• A genuine commitment to child-centered, relationship-based, equity-focused education
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with children, families, and colleagues
• Comfort working with transparency and trust in a collaborative culture
• Openness to coaching, peer feedback, and ongoing growth

Physical Demands

This role can be physically demanding. Reasonable accommodations are available with advance notice.

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Qualifications

• Valid Indiana teaching license, Indiana charter school license, or eligibility for licensure
• Bachelors degree in education or a related field
• A genuine commitment to child-centered, relationship-based, equity-focused education
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with children, families, and colleagues
• Comfort working with transparency and trust in a collaborative culture
• Openness to coaching, peer feedback, and ongoing growth