Lead Infant Teacher

About the role

Guidepost Montessori seeks a Lead Infant Guide to create calm, nurturing environments where infants are respected as capable individuals. This role involves leading a mixed-age infant classroom (ages 0–3) in a Montessori environment designed to support each child's natural development.

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
• Encourage children to participate in care activities and build independence
• 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, childcare, nursery, or group care setting
• Alignment with child-led educational philosophies (Montessori, Reggio Emilia, or similar)
• Required ECE or Child Development credits
• Enrolled or have completed a 2-year Child Development or Early Childhood Education college program

Qualifications

• Competitive salary: $38,000 - $42,000 depending on qualifications
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• 75% tuition discount for up to two children at any Guidepost school
• Clear pathways for career growth and leadership advancement

Benefits

• Sponsored Montessori diploma training and ongoing professional development

Pay

$38,000 - $42,000 depending on qualifications

Schedule

N/A