Careers
The Portland Montessori School (TPMS) is a non-profit community that educates children ages 15 months through 12 years. For over 60 years, we have specialized in Montessori Education adhering to Montessori principles of AMI while focusing on teaching life and social-emotional skills.
We prioritize strong relationships that enhance our school’s resources for families and staff, center people and their experiences, and are committed to a culture of belonging, collaboration, and appreciation.
TPMS is committed to the following values as we inspire future leaders.
- Provide high-fidelity Montessori education for all
- Invest in people to develop a passion for lifelong learning
- Lead advocacy efforts that impact educational policies
- Create connected community
- Develop culturally responsive, equitable, and inclusive environments
Please send your resume to Andrea O'Neill for consideration; it's the next step towards great opportunities.
We believe that diverse perspectives and experiences enrich our team and strengthen our work. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and supported. We strongly encourage applications from Black, Indigenous, and brown individuals, as well as disabled people and those with diverse sexual orientations, gender expressions, and identities. If you are excited about this position, we hope you apply.
Research shows that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they feel they meet all of the qualifications. Our primary goal is to find the best candidate for the role, which may include individuals from less traditional backgrounds. We encourage you to consider your unique background and qualifications and to apply.
Questions? Contact Andrea O'Neill.
"As the mom of identical (yet nothing alike) twins, we wanted a school community that would nurture their individual curiosities and interests and provide them the same lifelong love of learning that I have experienced as a Montessori student many years ago. We found that in The Portland Montessori School."
"As parents, our ultimate goal is for our child to make independent, healthy and confident choices so he can be a happy and productive person wherever he is in life. We are thankful he is with Miss Jennifer's elementary class and The Portland Montessori School community, where he is developing those traits."
"Having entered our third full year at what is now The Portland Montessori School, we have been moved by not only Mr. Curt, whom Beck looks up to a great deal and thinks is the smartest person in the world, but also by the entire staff’s commitment to each child’s development."
"Our son sincerely loves his guide, who shows him authentic kindness, warmth, and non-judgmental acceptance. Under her guidance, he has become a self-directed, competent, and curious learner who cares about the world and others around him."
"I am so happy that my son is spending his kindergarten year in a Montessori environment where his knowledge, self-control, kindness, sense of purpose, and confidence have all grown by leaps and bounds."