Employment Opportunities with Training Sponsorship

As the 6–9 Class Director, you’ll guide the 6-9 class through the Montessori primary curriculum. Working collaboratively with experienced colleagues, you’ll create a rich, inspiring learning environment that nurtures intellectual curiosity, independence, and respect. Being a a qualified Montessori Educator you bring warmth, curiosity, and professionalism to everything you do. You believe in the potential of every child and see teaching as a calling, not just a job.

About the Role

• Planning and implementing a high-quality, fully aligned Montessori / NESA program
• Creating and maintaining an engaging prepared environment
• Building strong relationships with children and families
• Participating in professional collaboration and ongoing reflection within our supportive team
• Actively contributing to the life of our school through parent education and community events

About You

• AMI or equivalent Montessori 6–12 diploma
• Teaching qualifications recognized in Australia (or eligibility to obtain them)
• A commitment to Montessori principles and continuous professional growth
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• For the right candidate, visa sponsorship may be available.
• We warmly welcome expressions of interest from Montessori educators around the world who are keen to join our inclusive, community-minded school.

SMTC course sponsorship

Barrenjoey are also open to training course sponsorship and ongoing professional development, including courses offered through the Sydney Montessori Training Centre.

Start Date: January 2026
Position Type: Full-time (5 days per week)
Location: Avalon Beach, Sydney, Australia

For more information or to apply, please send your CV and a cover letter outlining your Montessori experience and teaching philosophy to Melissa Chandler, Principal at [email protected]

About The School
Sydney Montessori School is a specialist independent school located in the Sutherland
Shire, in a wonderful spacious setting close to Gymea station. The school has been
operating since 1981, and prides itself on offering an excellent authentic Montessori
education from birth to age 12 in Primary. The School has also recently opened a small
Secondary program (students in Years 7-12).

About the role
Be part of an authentic Montessori learning environment with a great team of
Montessori trained staff. The Sydney Montessori School (SMS) requires an energetic and enthusiastic Montessori teacher for our Primary area for a full time position commencing Term 1

The position will be preferably Stage 3 based (9-12 years old), but could also be
Stage 2 (6-9).

Commencement Date: Tuesday 27th January, 2026.

Teaching with Us
The role involves teaching in our primary section, to provide a wonderful Montessori
learning environment in which each child can grow to their full potential in all spheres of
their development – social, intellectual, emotional, physical and spiritual in accordance
with the Montessori philosophy.

Scope of the role
The role of the teacher includes preparation of the indoor and outdoor environment,
leading and monitoring the learning of each child, ensuring that the outcomes of the
Montessori curriculum and the NESA curriculum are achieved, communicating student
development to parents and working as a member of the educational team discussing
and planning for individual children to ensure that we achieve the best outcomes for
every child.

Child Safe
Sydney Montessori School is committed to providing a child-safe environment and
promoting practices which provide for the safety, well-being and welfare of our children
and young people at school and in the wider community. All candidates for roles at
Sydney Montessori School are subject to screening and assessment against child
safety standards as part of our thorough recruitment process.
The position would suit an enthusiastic teacher who has completed their Montessori
training, or an outstanding teacher who is familiar with Montessori principles and
learning environment and is currently undertaking Montessori training or is willing to
undertake the relevant training.

Benefits and perks

Benefits are many and include:

• A positive learning environment with well-resourced classrooms. We have wonderful
• parents and students and a genuinely supportive community.
• Contribution to relocation expenses for interstate applicants.
• Sponsorship to complete Montessori training available

Skills and experience
The position would suit an enthusiastic person who is trained in the Montessori
methodology or someone who is currently undertaking Montessori training, familiar with
a Montessori environment or keen to learn Montessori principles.

An understanding of contempoary approaches to enhance literacy and numeracy across the school and the ability to cater to students with diverse learning needs would be expected. Teachers
must be currently registered or eligible for NESA registration as a teacher in NSW.

A valid Working with Children Check clearance is required.

Visa
Visa sponsorship may be available for an international applicant.

SMTC Course Sponsorship

The School is willing to consider SMTC course sponsorship for the right applicant including potential AMI Diploma training, leadership training or Orientation courses, depending on the applican’t background and circumstances.

To Apply:

Please send a covering letter, Curriculum Vitae including the name of 2 referees along
with academic transcripts to [email protected]. Please mention you heard about the role from the SMTC webpage.

To find out more about the skills and experience required, along with duties and
responsibilities for this exciting role, please email or contact Jo on (02) 9526 3000
Email: [email protected]
Further general information on our school can be found on our website at
https://sms.nsw.edu.au/

Applications will remain open until the right applicant is found. Note however
that shortlisting and interviews may commence as applications are received and
prior to any advertised application close date. Only shortlisted applicants will be
contacted.

Commence Term 1 2026

Sydney Montessori School is a well-established independent Montessori school located
in the Sutherland Shire, just a short walk from Gymea Station. Since 1981, we have
been committed to providing high-quality Montessori education, offering programs from
birth through to Year 12. Our beautiful, spacious campus and close-knit community
create an environment where children and educators thrive.

The Applicant
We are seeking a warm, enthusiastic Classroom Teaching Assistant to join our Primary
(6–12 years) environment. In this role, you will work closely with an experienced
Montessori Teacher to help create a calm, purposeful, and engaging classroom where
each child is supported to reach their full potential academically, socially, and
emotionally.

Your responsibilities will include:
● Preparing and maintaining beautiful indoor and outdoor learning
environments
● Supporting classroom routines and activities
● Assisting with administrative tasks
● Collaborating with the educational team to discuss and plan for individual
children

Who would this role suit?
This role is ideal for someone interested in child development, respectful education, and
the Montessori approach. We welcome applicants who already have Montessori
experience, as well as those eager to undertake Montessori training with our support (see further below).
The position may also suit a qualified teacher interested in transitioning into Montessori
education.

Child-Safe Environment
Sydney Montessori School is committed to providing a child-safe environment and
upholding the highest standards in the safety, wellbeing, and dignity of all children and
young people. All applicants will undergo thorough screening as part of our recruitment
process, including a Working With Children Check.

Benefits and Perks
● A warm, positive learning environment with well-resourced classrooms
● A supportive and collaborative school community
● Opportunities for supported Montessori training and professional growth
● A meaningful role where you can make a genuine impact on children’s lives

What we offer
At Sydney Montessori School, we are committed to supporting our educators and
providing a positive and rewarding work environment. You can expect:
● Competitive salary
● Fitness Passport membership options
● Wellbeing discounts
● Opportunities for professional development and career progression
● A collaborative and supportive team culture
● Numerous Staff social events
● Regular team building events
● Paid First Aid, CPR & Anaphylaxis Training

Skills and Experience
We are looking for someone who:
● Is enthusiastic, caring, and committed to supporting children’s development
● Has familiarity with Montessori education or a desire to learn
● Is willing to undertake Montessori training if not already trained
● Holds a current Working With Children Check clearance

SMTC Course Sponsorship

By discussion, applicants can be sponsored by the School for the AMI 6-12 Orientation Certificate with SMTC or potentially another SMTC AMI Orientation or AMI Diploma course depending on the circumstances and background.

To Apply
Please send a covering letter, a Curriculum Vitae including the name of 2 referees to
[email protected]. Please mention you heard about the role from the SMTC webpage.

To find out more about the skills and experience required, along with duties and
responsibilities for this exciting role, please email or contact Jo on (02) 9526 3000
Email: [email protected]

Further general information on our school can be found on our website at
https://sms.nsw.edu.au/

The role will remain open until filled, however, shortlisting and interviews will
commence ASAP on receipt of applications and will continue on an ongoing
basis until the role is filled. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.