Lead Infant Teacher
About The Position
Guidepost Montessori is seeking a Lead Infant Teacher to lead a mixed-age infant classroom for children ages 0–3 in a Montessori environment. The role involves creating a calm, nurturing, thoughtfully prepared classroom that supports each child’s natural development, independence, movement, curiosity, and discovery. The teacher observes children closely and provides individualized care that honors their rhythms and needs, helping them build trust in themselves and the world around them. The infant classroom is equipped with Montessori materials and designed to encourage movement, exploration, and independence. The environment includes open floor space, child-sized furniture and materials, curriculum supporting independence in feeding, dressing, and toileting, materials for fine and gross motor development, natural elements, and opportunities for climbing, crawling, and discovery. Guidepost Montessori is a network of over 100 schools across the U.S. and Asia, serving children from 3 months to 6 years old. Its mission is to transform education by nurturing independence, joy, and lifelong learning. The organization is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and reasonable accommodations for employees and applicants with disabilities or special needs when requested.
Requirements
- Experience working with children ages 0–3 in a daycare, childcare, nursery, or group care setting.
- Alignment with child-led educational philosophies such as Montessori or Reggio Emilia.
- Required ECE or Child Development credits.
- Enrolled in or have completed a 2-year Child Development or Early Childhood Education college program.
Nice To Haves
- Interest in pursuing fully sponsored Montessori certification through the Prepared Montessorian Institute, or a 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 of $38,000–$42,000 depending on qualifications.
- 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
Senior
Education Level
Associate degree
