Lead Childcare Teacher
About The Position
Shape a child’s very first learning experiences. At Guidepost Montessori, our Lead Infant and Toddler Teachers create calm, nurturing environments where children are respected as capable individuals from the very beginning. If you’re passionate about early childhood development and want to lead a thoughtfully designed classroom that supports independence, movement, and discovery, we’d love to meet you. As a Lead Infant or Toddler Teacher (Guide), you’ll lead a mixed-age classroom (ages 0–3) in a Montessori environment intentionally designed to support each child’s natural development. In Montessori, the environment and the guide work together to nurture independence, curiosity, and confidence. You’ll thoughtfully prepare the classroom, observe each child closely, and provide individualized care that honors their unique rhythms and needs. Most importantly, you’ll help infants develop trust in themselves and the world around them laying the foundation for lifelong learning.
Requirements
- Experience working with children ages 0–3 in a daycare, preschool, or early childcare setting
- Alignment with child-led educational philosophies (Montessori, Reggio Emilia, or similar)
- Required ECE or Child Development credits
- Bachelor’s degree (Child related field)
Nice To Haves
- Interest in pursuing fully sponsored Montessori certification through our Prepared Montessorian Institute, or prior Montessori diploma
Responsibilities
- Observe each child to understand and support their physical, emotional, and cognitive development
- Respect and follow each child’s natural rhythms for sleeping, eating, and toileting
- Prepare and maintain a beautiful, orderly environment that fosters trust, movement, and exploration
- Support independence by encouraging children to participate in care activities
- Build warm, meaningful relationships with children and families
- Partner closely with parents to support each child’s growth and development
- Lead and collaborate with classroom team members to create a strong, respectful community
Benefits
- Sponsored Montessori diploma training and ongoing professional development
- Competitive salary: $40,000 - $50,000 depending on experience and education
- 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 community of peers and mentors
- Clear pathways for career growth and leadership advancement
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
