Bilingual Spanish Toddler Teacher

Guidepost Montessori • Charlotte, NC

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About The Position

Guidepost Montessori is hiring a Spanish Immersion Lead Young Toddler Guide to lead a mixed-age young toddler classroom in a Montessori setting. Spanish is the primary classroom language, used throughout daily routines, lessons, songs, meals, diapering, and toilet learning so children can absorb it naturally. The Guide prepares a calm, orderly classroom and supports each child’s independence, curiosity, language, coordination, self-regulation, and confidence through observation, individualized lessons, and respectful guidance.

Classrooms are equipped with Montessori materials and designed to support movement, exploration, and independence. They feature child-sized furniture and tools, materials for fine and gross motor development, natural elements, and opportunities for children to climb, crawl, and explore. The role also includes building trusting relationships with children and families, communicating with parents in English or Spanish, and guiding Assistant Guides in creating a respectful, joyful classroom community.

Requirements

• Native or near-native fluency in Spanish.
• Strong English communication skills for communicating with families and colleagues.
• Experience working with children ages 0–3 in a group care, daycare, childcare, or early learning setting.
• Required ECE or Child Development credits.
• Belief in child-led approaches to education, such as Montessori or Reggio Emilia.

Nice To Haves

• A Montessori diploma, or interest in completing fully sponsored Montessori certification through the Prepared Montessorian Institute.
• A college degree in a child-related field.
• Experience in a bilingual or immersion setting.

Responsibilities

• Lead the classroom primarily in Spanish, using natural, rich language throughout daily routines.
• Use songs, rhymes, books, and cultural traditions to bring Spanish to life.
• Observe each child to understand and support their physical, emotional, and cognitive development.
• Prepare and maintain a beautiful, orderly classroom that encourages focus, independence, and exploration.
• Encourage toddlers to do things independently.
• Give lessons in practical life skills, language development, and grace and courtesy.
• Build warm, trusting relationships with children and families.
• Communicate with parents in English or Spanish to support children’s growth, including explaining how immersion works.
• Lead classroom routines and guide Assistant Guides in building a respectful, joyful community.

Benefits

• Fully 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 roles.

What This Job Offers

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