Lead Toddler Teacher

At Guidepost Montessori, our Lead Toddler Guides create calm, purposeful environments where curiosity, independence, and confidence grow every day. As a Lead Toddler Guide, you’ll lead a mixed-age toddler classroom in a Montessori environment thoughtfully designed to support children during one of the most formative stages of development.

Responsibilities

Lead a mixed-age toddler classroom in a Montessori environment; 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 (Child related field)

Benefits

Sponsored Montessori diploma training and ongoing professional development; 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, supportive network of peers and mentors; Clear opportunities for career growth and leadership advancement