Lead Toddler Teacher

About the role

At Guidepost Montessori, our Lead Toddler Guides create calm, purposeful environments where curiosity, independence, and confidence grow every day. If you’re passionate about early childhood development and ready to lead a classroom designed for exploration and independence, this is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

Responsibilities

• Observe each child closely to understand and support their physical, emotional, and cognitive development
• Prepare and maintain a beautiful, orderly classroom that fosters focus, independence, and exploration
• Support independence by encouraging toddlers to “do it themselves”
• Provide lessons in practical life skills, language development, and grace and courtesy
• Build warm, trusting relationships with children and families
• Communicate and collaborate with parents to support each child’s growth
• Lead classroom routines and collaborate with team members to create a respectful, joyful community

Requirements

• Interest in pursuing fully sponsored Montessori certification through our Prepared Montessorian Institute, or a previously earned Montessori diploma
• Experience working with children ages 0–3 in a group care or early learning setting
• Alignment with child-led educational approaches (Montessori, Reggio Emilia, or similar)
• Required ECE or Child Development credits
• Bachelor’s degree (any field)

Qualifications

The Montessori Prepared Environment: Every Guidepost toddler classroom is fully equipped with high-quality Montessori materials and designed according to the principles of beauty, order, and independence. Our toddler environments feature:

• Open spaces that encourage movement and exploration
• Child-sized furniture and tools to support independence
• Curriculum that builds skills in dressing, feeding, and toilet learning
• Scientifically designed materials for fine and gross motor development
• Natural elements including cozy rugs, real plants, and abundant light
• Ambiguous, breakable materials made from wood, metal, and glass
• Opportunities to climb, crawl, and explore without restrictive devices

Skills

None specifically listed, but strong observational skills, patience, and ability to adapt to individual needs are essential.

Benefits

Sponsored Montessori diploma training and ongoing professional development
Competitive salary
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off and paid holidays
75% tuition discount for up to two children at any Guidepost school

Pay

TBD

Schedule

TBD

About Guidepost Montessori

Guidepost Montessori is a growing network of over 80 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 intentionally design environments that empower them to explore, grow, and flourish. Our mission is to transform education by nurturing independence, joy, and lifelong learning.

Contact

If you’re inspired by toddler development, excited to partner with families, and ready to lead with purpose, we’d love to welcome you to Guidepost Montessori. Apply today and help toddlers take their next big steps.