Contact: Audra Sevigney

Email: employment@etonschool.org

Name of School/Organization: Eton School

School Website: etonschool.org

Age Group: Grades 1-3, Lower Elementary

Description: Eton School, an independent school serving students from age 3 through grade 8, located in Bellevue, WA, seeks a compassionate, energetic, and creative educator to join our team as a Lower Elementary Montessori classroom co-teacher for the 2026-2027 Academic Year.

This person will join the Lower Elementary teaching team and co-teach a classroom of students in Grades 1-3 with the goal of becoming the classroom teacher the following academic year, 2027-2028. Beyond classroom instruction, this person will maintain proactive, ongoing communication with students, families, and colleagues, and take an active role in school life through supervisory duties, field trips, and committee participation as needed. Duties will begin in August 2026.

About Us:

Eton is an independent school for children age three through grade eight. Our mission is to inspire creative, confident thinkers who have an enduring passion for learning and are poised to contribute to the world. We support our core values by providing developmentally designed programs and methodologies based on Montessori philosophy and educational research.

We are committed to diversity and inclusion, believing that diversity is an asset and enriches the learning experience for all. Our focus on diversity and inclusion makes Eton School an excellent fit for students, families, and employees looking for a school that values and honors everyone.

Essential Functions:

Create and sustain a classroom culture based on the school’s mission, core values, and statement on diversity.

Bring energy and passion to the classroom, motivating students to engage actively in their own learning.

Employ intentional, respectful classroom management strategies that foster active learning, personal responsibility, and self-regulation.

Plan, prepare, and implement a Lower Elementary Montessori curriculum in collaboration with grade-level team members.

Employ differentiated teaching strategies and collaborate with the Student Support Services Team to meet the needs of a diverse range of students.

Communicate effectively (verbally and in writing) with others, including administrators, colleagues, staff, and parents/guardians to maintain constructive and professional relationships.

Participate in the school community including team meetings, faculty meetings, professional development sessions, and special events. Responsibilities also include recess and lunch duties as assigned, walking students to Enrichment classes spread out over a 4-building campus and to a local park – about a 2-mile round trip.

Support the school’s mission through professional conduct and actions which demonstrate the core values and philosophy of the organization.

Complete other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

Montessori/MACTE Certification for the 6 – 9 age group, Lower Elementary (Elementary 1) required

Bachelor’s degree required

Classroom experience preferred

Proficiency in the Microsoft Office 365 Suite

Demonstrated cultural competence and a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion; proven ability to work successfully with individuals from a wide range of cultural backgrounds and belief systems.

Demonstrated sense of humor, warmth, and enthusiasm for working with children

Commitment to partnering with families and supporting the broader school community

How to Apply: Interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter, and three references to employment@etonschool.org

Salary: This is a full-time co-teaching 10-month position for the 2026-2027 Academic Year. Salary range: $50,000 - $75,000. (The salary range for a full-time teaching 10-month position is $64,000 - $97,000.) The wage offered will depend on education level and years of experience.

Benefits: Health benefits (including vision and dental) are available to full-time employees beginning on the first day after one full month of employment. Employees are eligible to participate in the 401(k)-retirement plan following one year and a minimum of 1,000 hours of employment; for each dollar an employee contributes, Eton School will provide a matching contribution of up to 8% of an employee's eligible compensation. Other benefits include discounted Costco membership, discounted rates for Aflac plans, complimentary childcare for enrolled children of employees (up to allowable IRS limits), as well as paid professional development opportunities. Paid time off and paid holidays are outlined in the Employment Agreement sent upon hire. Please reach out to the hiring manager if you would like to learn more about the PTO available to your specific role.

Eton School and Eton School Foundation prohibit discrimination based on race, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, religion, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any sensory, mental, or physical handicap, consistent with federal and state laws.

Phone: (206) 900-5723

School Address: 2701 Bel Red Road, Bellevue, WA 98008