February 22, 2026 | 10:00 am - 1:00 pm

Whether you are a school seeking team members, showcasing your organization, a Montessorian looking to learn, or a teacher seeking a new position, the Community Fair is a great place to gather and get inspired. We hope you’ll join us to reunite with old friends, meet potential employers, listen to Trainer talks, or wander our model classrooms.

This event is for everyone, individuals at any career stage can network and engage with the greater Montessori community. Prospective learners are also welcome to explore job opportunities and learn about AMI teacher programs!

Trainer Talks at the Fair

Handwork as Follow-up for Second-plane Children
Ellen Lebitz | 10:30 am
Handwork can be the hook for engagement and exploration in all areas of Cosmic Education. We will share tips and ideas for inspiring handwork and see examples in areas from art to music to history and mathematics.

Sensorial Memory Games
Sarah Werner Andrews | 11:15 am
Want to help children remember their math facts or phonograms? How about boosting constructive collaboration in your community? Or maybe everyone just needs to have a little more fun? Sensorial Memory Games are the just the ticket!

The Importance of Observation for the Assistants to Infancy
Elise Arevalo | 12:00 pm
Explore the foundation of the work we do with children in the Montessori community and how to implement effective observation techniques in your environment.

Attending the Fair as an individual is FREE! However, we wouldn’t say no to a donation to MNW Scholarship Funds!

See You There!

RSVP (FREE)

By reserving a table at the Fair, your organization will be able to showcase your community and meet prospective employees.

TABLE $100

Individuals or Organizations unable attend can still have their resume or employment opportunities promoted at the Fair through a prominent display for those in attendance.

Please submit your resume or posting by February 15th, 2026.

Can’t Attend In Person?

RESUME $25

EMPLOYMENT AD $25

Getting to MNW

We’re one block from Pioneer Square, a MAX train hub, surrounded by major bus lines, and near bike streets.If you’re driving, there are several paid parking garages nearby, including Star Park on the corner of SW Alder & SW 6th Ave. The City of Portland website has detailed information about area parking and on-street parking is also available, for limited durations.

Staff and volunteers will be in the Selling Building lobby to let folx in. If they’ve left momentarily, use the call box to the right of the building doors to let us know that you are here by pressing 049, then Call. We’ll answer and then unlock the door remotely. You’ll hear a buzzing sound and can pull a door open (while it buzzes). Upon entering, take the elevator to MNW (located on the 7th floor to the right as you exit).