Lead Preschool Children's House Teacher

Guidepost Montessori • Deerfield, IL

5d • $40,000 - $50,000

About The Position

At Guidepost Montessori, Lead Children’s House Guides empower children ages 3–6 to grow into confident, capable learners through thoughtfully prepared environments and respectful, individualized guidance. The role leads a mixed-age preschool classroom in a Montessori environment designed to nurture concentration, confidence, and deep learning.

The teacher prepares and maintains a classroom that encourages curiosity and independence, and supports each child’s academic, social, and emotional development through close observation, individualized lessons, and intentional language. Children are supported in choosing meaningful work, repeating activities until mastery, and taking pride in their accomplishments.

The Children’s House environment features Montessori materials and child-sized, accessible spaces designed around beauty, order, and independence. The classroom includes practical-life activities, hands-on literacy, math, science, and cultural studies materials, cozy reading spaces, real plants, natural light, and child-level furnishings and artwork.

Requirements

• Experience working with children ages 3–6 in a group learning environment.
• Alignment with child-led philosophies such as Montessori or Reggio Emilia.
• Required ECE or Child Development credits.
• Bachelor’s degree in a child-related field.

Nice To Haves

• Montessori diploma for ages 3–6; candidates without one may obtain certification through fully sponsored training.

Responsibilities

• Observe each child closely to understand and support their physical, intellectual, and emotional development.
• Prepare and maintain a beautiful, orderly classroom that fosters concentration and independence.
• Encourage self-confidence by supporting children as they learn to do things independently.
• Provide individualized and small-group lessons in practical life, literacy, math, and other areas.
• Build strong, respectful relationships with children and families.
• Communicate and collaborate with parents to support each child’s growth.
• Lead the classroom with warmth, professionalism, and purpose.

Benefits

• Sponsored Montessori diploma training through the Prepared Montessorian Institute.
• Ongoing professional development and mentorship.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• 75% tuition discount for up to two children at any Guidepost school.
• A supportive network of passionate educators.
• Opportunities for career growth and leadership advancement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior