Work with Us

We are a warm, welcoming community that places family relationships at the center, making the home-school connection significant in a Montessori environment that supports the growth of independent and critical thinkers, and care of self, community and the planet.

Our curriculum is centered in anti-bias and nature-based principles. We take into account each individual child’s development and design our curriculum to be accessible to all learners. All tuition is run on a sliding scale so that our program can be financially accessible to more families.

To apply, please email us your resume and cover letter (if available) to hello@thecollectivekind.com.

  • Collective Kind provides mindful and ethical early care for working families of all backgrounds. Our Montessori programs are nature-based and grounded in anti-bias education with the family and community at the center. Our micro preschools are open to children 2-5YOS. Tuition is run on a sliding scale so that our program can be financially accessible to more families.

    The Fort Greene (150 Clermont Ave.) team for 2025-26 includes:

    • 1 Director

    • 1 Full time morning teacher 8:00-4:00 (class 8:30-3:30)

    • 1 Part time morning teacher 9:00-12:30

    • Administrative and curricular support from Collective Kind’s founding team

    We are looking to set up teams who can compliment each other bringing different skills into the classroom, looking for a team comprised of (1) leadership experience with a drive to collaborate, problem solve and strong initiative, (2) one NYS certified teacher in ECE, (3) Montessori experience or certification (4) special needs experience (5) your own passions and interests!

    2025-26 POSITION

    • Full time: Monday - Friday 8am-4pm (schedule may vary)

    • School Year: September 2024 - June 2025

    Responsibilities include:

    • Creating a learning environment that is welcoming for and supportive of all types of learners, respectful of the child and supports the development of independence, concentration, coordination and care of self, community and the environment.

    • Building a collaborative and effective teaching team based on clear communication where all teachers are able to share their skills and learn from each other.

    • Lesson planning, creating classroom materials, projects and activities following Collective Kind’s Montessori, anti-bias and nature-based curriculum.

    • Being reliable (on time and consistent), taking care of the classroom environment (daily tidying and cleaning), changing diapers for children not yet toilet trained.

    • Equitable, warm and understanding communication (emails, meetings and phone calls) with families.

    • Modeling kind interactions with our greater community.

    • Receiving and providing feedback so that your school team can learn and grow together.

    • Observation and documentation of the children’s experiences through video, photos and written notes.

    • Writing weekly school newsletter for families to share a deeper view into work happening in the classroom.

    We are looking for a teacher who has:

    • Group Teacher qualifications according to DOHMH’s Article 47

    • Special Education experience is a plus

    We are looking for staff with all levels of experience. We want people to join our team who love what they do and bring who they are to the classroom! So show us your side hustle, your hobby, what you do for your love of your own learning. We encourage folks who speak multiple languages, and/or come from different countries to apply!

    We need teachers who are problem solvers, take initiative, and work well in a team.

    DETAILS

    Compensation:

    Starting with a baseline entry level experience at $25/hr salary equivalent. We utilize a comprehensive Salary Band structure to determine compensation.

    Benefits:

    • 10 PTO days + DOE closures paid

    • 1 menstruation day every month

    • a day off in your birthday month

    • Professional development assistance

    Salaries are determined by Collective Kind’s Salary Band which takes into account years working with children, experience in special domain areas, your time with us, and what you’re impacting within and beyond the organization.

  • Collective Kind provides mindful and ethical early care for working families of all backgrounds. Our Montessori programs are nature-based and grounded in anti-bias education with the family and community at the center. Our micro preschools are open to children 2-5YOS. Tuition is run on a sliding scale so that our program can be financially accessible to more families.

    The Fort Greene (150 Clermont Ave.) team for 2025-26 includes:

    • 1 Director

    • 1 Full time morning teacher 8:00-4:00 (class 8:30-3:30)

    • 1 Part time morning teacher 9:00-12:30

    • 1 classroom support teacher 12:30-4:00 M- Th and 3:00-6:00 F

    • Administrative and curricular support from Collective Kind’s founding team

    We are looking to set up teams who can compliment each other bringing different skills into the classroom, looking for a team comprised of (1) leadership experience with a drive to collaborate, problem solve and strong initiative, (2) one NYS certified teacher in ECE, (3) Montessori experience or certification (4) special needs experience (5) your own passions and interests!

    2025-26 POSITION

    • Part time: Monday - Thursday 12:30pm-4pm + Friday 3:00pm-6:00pm (schedule may vary)

    • School Year: September 2024 - June 2025

    Responsibilities include:

    • Creating a learning environment that is welcoming for and supportive of all types of learners, respectful of the child and supports the development of independence, concentration, coordination and care of self, community and the environment.

    • Building a collaborative and effective teaching team based on clear communication where all teachers are able to share their skills and learn from each other.

    • Creating projects and activities for the afternoon period after nap time following Collective Kind’s Montessori, anti-bias and nature-based curriculum.

    • Being reliable (on time and consistent), taking care of the classroom environment (daily tidying and cleaning), changing diapers for children not yet toilet trained.

    • Equitable, warm and understanding communication (emails, meetings and phone calls) with families.

    • Modeling kind interactions with our greater community.

    • Receiving and providing feedback so that your school team can learn and grow together.

    • Observation and documentation of the children’s experiences through video, photos and written notes.

    • Writing weekly school newsletter for families to share a deeper view into work happening in the classroom.

    We are looking for a teacher who has:

    • Group Teacher qualifications according to DOHMH’s Article 47

    • Special Education experience is a plus

    We are looking for staff with all levels of experience. We want people to join our team who love what they do and bring who they are to the classroom! So show us your side hustle, your hobby, what you do for your love of your own learning. We encourage folks who speak multiple languages, and/or come from different countries to apply!

    We need teachers who are problem solvers, take initiative, and work well in a team.

    DETAILS

    Compensation:

    Starting with a baseline entry level experience at $25/hr salary equivalent. We utilize a comprehensive Salary Band structure to determine compensation.

    Benefits:

    • 4 PTO days + DOE closures paid

    Salaries are determined by Collective Kind’s Salary Band which takes into account years working with children, experience in special domain areas, your time with us, and what you’re impacting within and beyond the organization.