Overview

Christian Family Montessori School (CFMS) is seeking passionate, collaborative educators to help grow and shape our AMI adolescent program in Washington, DC., which launched in 2024. In July 2026, CFMS will become Oak Grove Montessori School. We are adopting a new name that better reflects our inclusive vision of belonging and the diverse families we serve, while preserving the Montessori philosophy and spiritual grounding that guides our work each day.

For 45 years, CFMS has been a cornerstone of Montessori education in the D.C. region, offering a rare blend of high-quality Montessori practice paired with deep commitment to social equity and spiritual formation. The school is AMI-recognized at the Primary, Elementary, and Adolescent levels.

Why Join CFMS?

Mission-Driven Accessibility

We are uniquely dedicated to financial accessibility; our tuition level is 70% lower than typical independent schools in the area, and nearly half of our families receive need-based tuition assistance, creating a truly diverse socioeconomic community.

Rooted in Spiritual Formation

We seek to support the spiritual and moral development of adolescents alongside their academic and social growth. Our lower school program is uniquely integrated with the Catechesis of the Good Shepherd, an expansive  spiritual formation program rooted in Montessori principles.  This is a community where all faiths are celebrated and each person is encouraged to honor their religious traditions more fully and faithfully in their own lives.

Active ABAR Commitment

We are a POC and LGBTQIA affirming community that actively engages in Anti-Bias/Anti-Racism (ABAR) work across all levels of the school.

A Collaborative Environment

Our staff is collegial and collaborative, and educators work closely together across disciplines to support adolescents through integrated, experiential learning. CFMS also enjoys a close partnership with the nearby Washington Montessori Institute, providing ongoing opportunities for professional collaboration and growth.

A Strong Parent Partnership

CFMS’s Parent Co-operative model creates an unusually engaged and connected school community. Families play an active role in supporting the life of the school through service, leadership, and community participation, fostering deep relationships between parents, staff, and students. This spirit of shared investment and collaboration is central to CFMS’s culture and helps sustain our commitment to accessibility, belonging, and community care.

Compensation & Benefits

Compensation includes health insurance, retirement contributions, competitive salaries, and a dedicated professional development budget. Full and part time positions are available.

Ideal Candidates Will:

  • Have experience working with an AMI Montessori Elementary
  • Demonstrate warmth, humility, flexibility, and a collaborative spirit
  • Value Montessori philosophy and child-centered education
  • Be committed to anti-bias and anti-racist educational practices
  • Appreciate the importance of spiritual and moral development
  • Be energized by helping build a growing and evolving program
  • AMI Montessori Elementary Diploma

Equal Opportunity Employment

Christian Family Montessori School is committed to equal employment opportunity.  We are proud of our diversity, and we work hard to make sure that people are treated fairly so that they may grow and achieve their full potential.  We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, national origin, age, disability, or any other legally protected right. In addition, Christian Family Montessori School has a zero tolerance policy concerning any form of sexual harassment.

To Apply

Please contact Keely Boomhower keely@cfmschool.org with your resume and a brief letter of interest.

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About CFMS (Soon to be OAK GROVE MONTESSORI in July 2026)

CFMS strives to be accessible to families from all economic backgrounds. Unique among the region’s independent schools, the low tuition attracts families who otherwise wouldn’t consider private education. About 1/3 of our families receive need-based scholarships.Since it’s founding, CFMS has been committed to diversity and inclusion. Our students come from a wide range of socioeconomic, ethnic, religious, and racial backgrounds, and from various family structures. Currently, CFMS is proactively engaged in anti-bias/anti-racism work for students, parent, and staff as well as participating in Montessori for Social Justice. We are a POC and LGBTQIA friendly community.Our staff community is supportive and collegial. Our parent body is involved and engaged through a parent cooperative and ongoing parent education. CFMS enjoys proximity to the Washington Montessori Institute at Loyola which affords numerous opportunities for professional development and collaboration. Compensation includes health, retirement, and professional development. Visit our website at: www.cfmschool.org for a window into our world. To apply or request additional information, contact Keely Boomhower keely@cfmschool.org