Flexible Classroom Support Teacher

Guidepost Montessori•Wilton, CT

About The Position

Guidepost Montessori is seeking warm, dependable people to provide on-call classroom coverage when teaching staff are away, primarily for planned absences such as PTO. This as-needed role supports classrooms for children ages 0–6 and helps maintain a calm, engaging, nurturing Montessori environment. Although hours are not guaranteed weekly, schedules are typically provided two weeks to one month in advance. The role may provide a pathway to a full-time Assistant Teacher position.

Requirements

  • Ability to pass a state background check.
  • Reliability and dependability.
  • Strong communication skills.
  • A warm, calm, and engaging presence with children.
  • Passion for working with children ages 0–6.
  • Ability to adapt to different classrooms and teams.

Nice To Haves

  • Early Childhood Education (ECE) credits.
  • Experience working with young children.

Responsibilities

  • Step into classrooms as needed to provide continuity and support.
  • Assist with daily routines and classroom activities across mixed-age groups.
  • Help maintain a calm, orderly, and engaging learning environment.
  • Support children with care, consistency, and respect.
  • Collaborate with school staff to ensure smooth transitions.
  • Model patience, professionalism, and warmth in every interaction.

Benefits

  • Flexible, as-needed scheduling, typically provided two weeks to one month in advance.
  • Potential pathway to a full-time Assistant Teacher role.
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