Assistant Preschool Teacher

Guidepost Montessori • Federal Way, WA

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About The Position

Guidepost Montessori is hiring Assistant Guides for its Celebration Park school. Assistant Guides support mixed-age Montessori classrooms serving infants, toddlers, and children in the Children’s House (ages 3–6). They help create a calm, engaging environment where children can explore, learn, and grow at their own pace. The role includes preparing intentional learning spaces and supporting individualized and small-group activities with respect, patience, and care. Assistant Guides help children build confidence and recognize their capabilities while working with Lead Guides, colleagues, children, and families.

Guidepost Montessori is a network of over 100 schools across the U.S. and Asia, serving children from 3 months to 6 years old. The organization’s mission is to transform education by helping every child reach their highest potential academically, socially, and emotionally. It is committed to equal employment opportunity and to reasonably accommodating employees and applicants with disabilities or special needs when requested.

Requirements

• Experience working with children ages 3–6 in a school or childcare setting.
• A positive, adaptable, and collaborative mindset.
• A genuine love for working with young children.
• Interest in learning and growing within the Montessori approach; prior Montessori experience is welcome but not required.

Nice To Haves

• Prior Montessori experience.

Responsibilities

• Observe children closely to understand and support their individual needs.
• Help prepare and maintain a beautiful, orderly classroom environment.
• Support individual and small-group learning activities.
• Build warm, respectful relationships with children and families.
• Collaborate with Lead Guides and fellow team members to create a strong classroom community.

Benefits

• Fully sponsored Montessori diploma training through the Prepared Montessorian Institute.
• Ongoing professional development and mentorship.
• 75% tuition discount for up to two children at any Guidepost school.
• Competitive pay.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Opportunities for growth and career advancement.
• A supportive network of peers who value collaboration and shared best practices.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed