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. This is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact by leading a classroom designed for exploration and independence.
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
- Encourage toddlers to “do it themselves” and 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
Preferably holds a Montessori diploma or is pursuing fully sponsored Montessori certification through our Prepared Montessorian Institute. Experience working with children ages 0–3 in a group care or early learning setting is preferred. Alignment with child-led educational approaches (Montessori, Reggio Emilia, or similar) is required.
Skills
Strong observational skills, ability to adapt to individual needs, patience, and a passion for early childhood development.
Benefits
Competitive salary: $40,000 - $45,000
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off and paid holidays
75% tuition discount for up to two children at any Guidepost school
Pay
$40,000 - $45,000
Schedule
Full-time position