Lead Preschool Spanish Teacher

Guidepost Montessori • Charlotte, NC

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About The Position

Guidepost Montessori is seeking a Lead Children’s House Spanish Teacher to lead a mixed-age preschool classroom for children ages 3–6 in a Spanish Immersion Montessori environment. The classroom is designed to nurture concentration, confidence, independence, and deep learning. The teacher prepares a thoughtful learning environment and uses close observation, individualized lessons, and intentional language to support each child’s academic, social, and emotional development.

Children are encouraged to choose meaningful work, repeat activities until mastery, and take pride in their accomplishments. The teacher supports children as they develop focus, confidence, and independence, while building respectful relationships with children and families.

Guidepost Children’s House classrooms are equipped with Montessori materials and designed for beauty, order, and accessibility. Environments include child-sized furniture, practical life materials, hands-on curriculum materials, low shelves, child-level artwork, reading spaces, real plants, natural light, and materials made from wood, metal, and glass.

Requirements

• Be a native or fluent Spanish speaker.
• Hold a Montessori diploma for ages 3–6 or be willing to obtain certification; training is fully sponsored.
• Have experience working with children ages 3–6 in a group learning environment.
• Align with child-led philosophies such as Montessori or Reggio Emilia.
• Have required ECE or Child Development credits.

Nice To Haves

• A college degree in a child-related field is preferred.

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 children’s self-confidence by supporting them 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.
• Competitive salary of $40,000–$42,000.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• 75% tuition discount for up to two children at any Guidepost school.
• Supportive network of passionate educators.
• Opportunities for career growth and leadership advancement.

What This Job Offers

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