Job Description
Summer Teaching Partner
Sandwich Montessori School – Cape Cod
Seasonal | Late June – Late August$19 – $23 per hour, based on experience
Spend your summer doing meaningful work with children — planning and leading real classroom experiences inside a thoughtful Montessori environment.
This is not a passive aide role. Summer Teaching Partners at Sandwich Montessori School take an active part in guiding children's days — planning lessons, leading activities, and contributing to a calm, engaging classroom environment alongside experienced Montessori educators.
Who This Role Is For This role is a strong fit for college students home for the summer and recent graduates who want real, hands-on experience working with children in a structured educational setting. You don't need a background in Montessori — you need curiosity, reliability, and a genuine love of working with kids. This summer role may be a stepping stone into education — or it may simply be a summer of purposeful, rewarding work. Either way, you'll leave with real classroom experience and a strong professional reference.
What You'll Do Summer Teaching Partners are active contributors in the classroom, not just helpers in the background.
You will:
-Plan and lead age-appropriate lessons and small group activities
-Work directly with children throughout the day, supporting their independence and curiosity
-Help prepare and maintain a calm, organized classroom environment
-Support classroom transitions, routines, and daily rhythms
-Observe children and adjust your approach based on their needs
-Collaborate with experienced Montessori educators who will mentor and guide you
-Communicate clearly and professionally with your classroom team
What Success Looks Like -A successful Summer Teaching Partner demonstrates:
-Calm, steady presence with children — even during busy or challenging momentsReliability and punctuality every day
-Genuine engagement in planning and leading classroom activities
-Openness to feedback and coaching from experienced educators
-A positive, collaborative spirit with the classroom team
-Respect for the children, the environment, and the school community
Who Thrives in This Role -The strongest Summer Teaching Partners tend to be:
-Calm and emotionally steady around children
-Highly reliable — children and teammates count on you being there
-Curious and open to learning on the job
-Organized and attentive to the environment around them
-Comfortable taking initiative and leading, not just assisting
-Kind and patient with both children and adults
Qualifications You do not need prior Montessori experience. Strong candidates typically have:
Completed or currently pursuing a college degree (any field)Experience working with children — camps, tutoring, childcare, coaching, youth programs, or similar
-A genuine interest in education and child development
-Strong communication skills and a professional, team-oriented attitude
-EEC Qualified is a plus
Compensation Summer Teaching Partners are paid hourly based on experience.
Pay range: $19 – $23 per hour
This role also includes mentorship from experienced Montessori educators and a professional reference upon successful completion of the summer.
Our Hiring Process
We take hiring seriously because children deserve thoughtful educators in their classroom. Our process is straightforward and designed to help us get to know you well.
We prioritize candidates who complete the process thoughtfully and demonstrate genuine interest in working with children.
To apply, visit our SMS Careers Page. Applications submitted through job boards should CLICK HERE ( to apply for this position from job boards outside of our SMS Careers Page.
Job Tags
Hourly pay, Full time, Seasonal work