Employment
We encourage applicants who are passionate about Montessori education for justice and equity - Great River School seeks and encourages applicants from a broad range of backgrounds. BIPOC and/or LGBTQ+ applicants are highly encouraged to apply.
We employ adults who reflect the heritage, backgrounds, & experiences of all the neighborhoods where our students live. We seek employees who hold Montessori credential, and we are also excited to recruit and support adults committed to pursuing training & teaching for equity and justice at an innovative school.
Great River School - Special Education Department maintains an open application in the event that staffing needs arise during the academic year. If you submit an application, it will be considered when openings in your area arise during the upcoming academic year.
Scroll down below to see school-wide, licensed & non-licensed roles for which we are currently hiring. All positions are listed in alphabetical order by category.
Great River School offer a comprehensive benefits package with a minimal waiting period which includes, but not limited to:
Health insurance subsidized at 80% for single plan and 50% for family plan
Dental insurance subsidized at 50%
403(b) with contributions
Employer paid life insurance, Teladoc, Short-term and Long-term Disability
11 days of paid Holiday
PTO that begins accruing immediately upon hire
Click here to see our Collective Bargaining Agreement.
To apply for any position, send a resume and letter of interest to jobs@greatriverschool.org.
Licensed Positions:
For all positions, we seek educators interested in extending public Montessori and focusing on anti-bias and social justice curriculum implementation.
Great River School - Special Education Department maintains an open application in the event that staffing needs arise during the academic year. If you submit an application, it will be considered when openings in your area arise during the upcoming academic year.
Adolescent 7/8 Humanities Guide
The Lower Adolescent Social Studies guide prepares the learning environment for students to engage in social studies in a culturally responsive and relevant context.
Adolescent Special Education Guide
The position is to work collaboratively within the Special Education Department and greater GRS community to support student development. This is an opportunity to serve a community of students and families and to complement and support the mission of the school. Great River School is committed to Montessori and International Baccalaureate pedagogy and has an excellent reputation as a Public Montessori Charter School. The role of the Special Education Guide is to further our mission to provide a quality Montessori education through inspiring learning environments and strong relationships based on respect for the gifts of each student.
Elementary Montessori Classroom Guide
The Elementary classroom guide leads the planning, organization, and support for a classroom of students in an authentic Montessori setting.
Elementary Special Education Guide
The position is to work collaboratively within the Special Education Department and greater GRS community to support student development. This is an opportunity to serve a community of students and families and to complement and support the mission of the school. Great River School is committed to Montessori and International Baccalaureate pedagogy and has an excellent reputation as a Public Montessori Charter School. The role of the Special Education Guide is to further our mission to provide a quality Montessori education through inspiring learning environments and strong relationships based on respect for the gifts of each student.
Lower Adolescent Social Worker
This position works collaboratively with the Student Services Department, which includes a team of three full time social workers. This position involves working with the Special Education teams, both through direct work with students and consultation with the team, working with Child Find Intervention processes and offering students social emotional interventions, convening groups, consulting with classroom guides and working collaboratively on wellness initiatives with the student services team. Great River School is committed to Montessori and International Baccalaureate pedagogy and has an excellent reputation as a Public Montessori Charter School. The role of the School Social Worker is to further our mission to provide a quality Montessori education through inspiring learning environments and strong relationships based on respect for the gifts of each student.
Non-Licensed Positions:
Great River School - Special Education Department maintains an open application in the event that staffing needs arise during the academic year. If you submit an application, it will be considered when openings in your area arise during the upcoming academic year.
Adolescent Special Education - Education Assistant
The position is to work collaboratively within the Special Education Department and greater GRS community to support student development. This is an opportunity to serve a community of students and families and to complement and support the mission of the school. Great River School is committed to Montessori and International Baccalaureate pedagogy and has an excellent reputation as a Public Montessori Charter School. The role of the Special Education Educational Assistant is to further our mission to provide a quality Montessori / IB education through inspiring learning environments and strong relationships based on respect for the gifts of each student.
Assistant IB Science Coordinator
The Assistant IB Science Coordinator supports the implementation, accessibility, and continuous improvement of International Baccalaureate (IB) STEM coursework at Great River School. This position focuses on strengthening inclusive instructional design, expanding experiential science learning, supporting collaboration between IB and Special Education staff, and monitoring equitable student participation and success in IB science courses. The Assistant IB Science Coordinator serves as a systems-level instructional leader working with teachers, support staff, students, and families to ensure that the school’s “IB for All” model translates into sustained participation and success for diverse learners.
Elementary Classroom Assistant
This position supports the Montessori trained lead guide in an elementary classroom of around 32 students. Primary responsibilities include preparing and maintaining the classroom environment, supporting the daily schedule and routines, supporting students in being independent, material making, and contributing to the elementary team.
Elementary Special Education - Education Assistant
The position is to work collaboratively within the Special Education Department and greater GRS community to support student development. This is an opportunity to serve a community of students and families and to complement and support the mission of the school. Great River School is committed to Montessori and International Baccalaureate pedagogy and has an excellent reputation as a Public Montessori Charter School. The role of the Special Education Educational Assistant is to further our mission to provide a quality Montessori / IB education through inspiring learning environments and strong relationships based on respect for the gifts of each student.
