Montessori Lead Guide

About the Role

Guidepost Montessori’s Lead Guides empower children to grow into confident, capable learners through thoughtfully prepared environments and respectful, individualized guidance. We are hiring a Lead Preschool Teacher to work with children ages 3‑6 in a Montessori setting that nurtures concentration, confidence, and deep learning.

Responsibilities

• Observe each child closely to understand and support their physical, intellectual, and emotional development.
• Prepare and maintain a beautiful, orderly classroom that fosters concentration and independence.
• Encourage self‑confidence by supporting children as they learn to “do it themselves.”
• Provide individualized and small‑group lessons in practical life, literacy, math, and beyond.
• Build strong, respectful relationships with children and families.
• Communicate and collaborate with parents to support each child’s growth.
• Lead the classroom with warmth, professionalism, and purpose.

Work Environment

The Children’s House classroom is fully equipped with high‑quality Montessori materials and designed around the principles of beauty, order, and accessibility. Features include child‑sized furniture, ample floor space, practical life materials, hands‑on literacy, math, science, and cultural study materials, low shelves with child‑level artwork, cozy reading spaces, real plants, natural light, and beautiful, breakable materials made from wood, metal, and glass.

Requirements

• Montessori diploma for ages 0–6, or willingness to obtain certification (fully sponsored).
• Experience working with children in a group learning environment.
• Alignment with child‑led philosophies such as Montessori or Reggio Emilia.
• Required Early Childhood Education (ECE) or Child Development credits.
• Bachelor’s degree in any field.

Benefits

• Sponsored Montessori diploma training through the Prepared Montessorian Institute.
• Ongoing professional development and mentorship.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• 75% tuition discount for up to two children at any Guidepost school.
• A supportive network of passionate educators.
• Clear opportunities for career growth and leadership advancement.

Pay

Competitive salary ranging from $40,000 to $50,000 annually.