Lead Infant Teacher

Guidepost Montessori • Bethesda, MD

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About The Position

Guidepost Montessori is seeking a Lead Infant Guide to lead a mixed-age infant classroom for children ages 0–3 in a Montessori environment designed to support each child’s natural development. The role involves preparing a calm, orderly classroom, closely observing children, and providing individualized care that respects their rhythms and needs. The Lead Infant Guide supports infants in developing trust, independence, curiosity, and confidence, laying a foundation for lifelong learning.

The infant classrooms feature high-quality Montessori materials and spaces designed for movement, exploration, and independence. These environments include 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 natural light, and opportunities for climbing, crawling, and discovery without restrictive devices.

Guidepost Montessori is a network of over 60 schools across the U.S. and Asia, serving children from 3 months to 6 years old. The organization aims to nurture independence, joy, and lifelong learning and 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.
• Alignment with child-led educational philosophies such as Montessori, Reggio Emilia, or similar.
• Required ECE or Child Development credits.
• Qualified as a Lead Teacher for the state of Maryland.

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 $47,000.
• 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.

What This Job Offers

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