Lead Infant Teacher
About The Position
Guidepost Montessori is seeking a Lead Infant Guide to lead a mixed-age infant classroom for children ages 0–3. The role involves creating a calm, nurturing Montessori environment that respects infants as capable individuals and supports their natural development, independence, movement, curiosity, and confidence. The guide prepares the classroom, closely observes each child, and provides individualized care that honors each child’s rhythms and needs. The classroom is thoughtfully equipped with Montessori materials and designed to support movement, exploration, and independence. Environments include open floor space, child-sized furnishings, materials for care activities and 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. The organization’s mission is to transform education by nurturing independence, joy, and lifelong learning. It is committed to equal employment opportunity and reasonable accommodation for employees and applicants with disabilities or special needs.
Requirements
- Experience working with children ages 0–3 in a group care setting.
- Required ECE or Child Development credits.
- Bachelor’s degree in a child-related field.
Nice To Haves
- Interest in pursuing fully sponsored Montessori certification through the Prepared Montessorian Institute, or a prior Montessori diploma.
- Alignment with child-led educational philosophies such as Montessori or Reggio Emilia.
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 $37,000–$39,000.
- Health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Paid time off and paid holidays.
- 75% tuition discount for up to two children at any Guidepost school.
- 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
Manager
