What are the responsibilities and job description for the Montessori Toddler Lead Guide position at Woods Montessori School?
Now Hiring: Lead Toddler Guide
Woods Montessori School – Huntersville, NC
We’re growing! We’re looking for a dedicated and experienced Toddler Montessori Lead Guide to join our team.
This is a special opportunity to build a classroom from the ground up—bringing your vision, warmth, and Montessori expertise to life in a school community that values independence, curiosity, and connection. You’ll work closely with school leadership to shape the environment and culture of this new classroom while benefiting from the support and camaraderie of an established team.
Your Role
As a Lead Guide, you will:
- Observe each child to understand and respond to their unique needs and developmental stages.
- Prepare and maintain an inviting, orderly, and purposeful Montessori environment aligned with AMI/AMS standards.
- Present lessons to children individually and in small groups, always following the child and cultivating deep concentration and independence.
- Foster a peaceful, respectful classroom culture rooted in grace and courtesy.
- Partner closely with families to support each child’s journey, offering insight, communication, and guidance.
- Guide and collaborate with classroom assistants and colleagues with professionalism and care.
We’re Looking For a Guide Who:
- Holds a Montessori credential for ages 0-3 (AMS, AMI, or other MACTE-accredited certification).
- Has experience working with infant, toddlers or preschool-aged children in a group setting.
- Is a thoughtful communicator, open to learning, and committed to continuous growth.
- Believes deeply in the Montessori method and brings that philosophy to life with enthusiasm and integrity.
- Demonstrates warmth, organization, and the ability to lead a classroom community with love and confidence.
Our Environments
At Woods Montessori, we intentionally prepare spaces that inspire meaningful work and joyful learning:
- Full sets of Montessori materials, natural lighting, and child-sized furnishings.
- Practical life tools, real objects, and low open shelving to support independence.
- A calm, respectful atmosphere where each child is seen, known, and supported.
What We Offer
- The opportunity to lead a brand-new classroom and bring your unique vision to life.
- A supportive, family-like school culture grounded in Montessori values.
- Ongoing professional development and Montessori training sponsorship (if needed).
- Competitive salary based on experience and credentials.
- Opportunity to enroll in Health insurance.
- Paid time off and paid holidays.
- Generous tuition discount for your child to attend Woods Montessori!
- Relocation assistance for the right candidate!
Apply today to join our growing team at Woods Montessori!
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person