Lead Childcare Teacher

About the role

Shape a child’s very first learning experiences. At Guidepost Montessori, our Lead Infant and Toddler Teachers create calm, nurturing environments where children are respected as capable individuals from the very beginning.

Responsibilities

• Observe each child to understand and support their physical, emotional, and cognitive development
• Respect and follow each child’s natural rhythms for sleeping, eating, and toileting
• Prepare and maintain a beautiful, orderly environment that fosters trust, movement, and exploration
• Support independence by encouraging children to participate in care activities
• Build warm, meaningful relationships with children and families
• Partner closely with parents to support each child’s growth and development
• Lead and collaborate with classroom team members to create a strong, respectful community

Requirements

• Interest in pursuing fully sponsored Montessori certification through our Prepared Montessorian Institute, or prior Montessori diploma
• Experience working with children ages 0–3 in a daycare, preschool, or early childcare setting
• Alignment with child-led educational philosophies (Montessori, Reggio Emilia, or similar)
• Required ECE or Child Development credits
• Bachelor’s degree (Child related field)

Qualifications

• Passionate about early childhood development and interested in leading a thoughtfully designed classroom
• Willingness to learn and adapt to Montessori principles and practices

Skills

• Strong observational skills
• Ability to build and maintain positive relationships with children and families
• Effective communication and collaboration skills

Benefits

• Competitive salary: $40,000 - $50,000 depending on experience and education
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• 75% tuition discount for up to two children at any Guidepost school
• A collaborative community of peers and mentors
• Clear pathways for career growth and leadership advancement

Pay

$40,000 - $50,000 depending on experience and education

Schedule

N/A

Application Instructions

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Company Information

Guidepost Montessori is a growing network of over 100 schools across the U.S. and Asia, serving children from 3 months to 6 years old in our Nido, Toddler, and Children’s House programs.

We believe children are capable and we design environments that empower them to explore, grow, and flourish. Our mission is to transform education by nurturing independence, joy, and lifelong learning.

If you’re passionate about early childhood, excited to partner with families, and ready to lead with purpose, we’d love to welcome you to our community.

Apply today and help shape the earliest years of learning.

Guidepost Global Education and Guidepost Montessori are committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO). We will not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, color, creed, religion, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, alienage or citizenship, disability, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under applicable federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances. Our leadership is dedicated to ensuring the fulfillment of this policy. When requested, we are committed to reasonably accommodate employees and applicants with disabilities or special needs that may require an accommodation.

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