Get the opportunity to nurture infants with an environment designed for their growth, exploration, and independence!

What we offer:

• The opportunity to contribute to a high-quality Montessori program that serves the individual needs of each child.
• Sponsored Montessori diploma and ongoing professional development through the Prepared Montessorian Institute.
• 75% tuition discount for two children at any school in our network (we serve children from 3-months-old through 12th grade)
• A network of supportive peers and mentors who appreciate your valuable contributions and regularly share best practices.
• Abundant career growth and promotion opportunities.
• A competitive salary.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.

Your Role

We're looking for an enthusiastic, dedicated Lead Guide (Teacher) to support a mixed-age class of infant age children in a Montessori environment.

In a Montessori community, guides (teachers) carefully prepare an environment that fosters independence and captivates a child's interest. Guides provide personalized support to each child. They work with children individually and in small groups, demonstrating how to use the materials and perform activities with them, and giving precise language to understand their experiences. We're looking for a Lead Guide who will bring their best in order to support every child in reaching their highest potential!

Guidepost Infant Lead Guides:

• Observe each child closely to understand and meet their physical, intellectual, and emotional needs
• Follow the natural rhythms of sleeping, eating, and toileting for each child
• Prepare a beautiful, orderly environment that fosters trust, exploration, deep learning, and independence
• Cultivate independence and self-confidence by helping children 'do it all by themselves'
• Form personal connections with each child and cultivate a community of respect
• Communicate and collaborate respectfully with parents to provide the best possible care for every child

The Montessori Prepared Environment

Every classroom at Guidepost comes equipped with the full range of high-quality Montessori materials for the infant/toddler curriculum, as well as a budget for guides to personalize their space. Each classroom is set up according to the Montessori principles of beauty and order and is designed to enable every child to explore, learn, and confidently achieve their independence.

An ideal candidate has:

• Are interested in pursuing certified Montessori training through our Prepared Montessorian Institute (fully-sponsored) or have previously obtained a Montessori diploma
• Experience working with children ages 0-3 in a group setting such as daycare, aftercare, summer camp, afterschool, or nursery, etc.
• Familiarity with child-led philosophies such as Reggio Emilia or Montessori and/or open to learning more!
• Earned a Bachelor's Degree

About Us

Guidepost Montessori is a growing network of 120 Montessori schools, serving children ages 0-12 in our Nido, Toddler, Children's House, and Elementary programs. And with schools from Shanghai to Paris and California to New York, as well as virtual school and homeschooling support, there are countless opportunities for passionate educators to support children on their individual path to success.