Lead Preschool Teacher

Guidepost Montessori • San Rafael, CA

4d • $45,000 - $55,000

About The Position

Guidepost Montessori is hiring a Lead Children’s House Guide to lead a mixed-age preschool classroom for children ages 3–6 in a Montessori environment. The role supports children’s academic, social, emotional, and physical development through close observation, individualized guidance, and a thoughtfully prepared classroom. The guide encourages independence, concentration, confidence, and a lifelong love of learning by offering children meaningful work, opportunities to repeat activities until mastery, and respectful support as they develop their abilities.

The Children’s House classroom is equipped with Montessori materials and arranged to support beauty, order, accessibility, independent work, and small-group learning. It includes child-sized furniture, practical-life materials, hands-on curriculum materials, low shelves, child-level artwork, cozy reading spaces, real plants, natural light, and breakable materials made from wood, metal, and glass.

Guidepost Montessori is a network of more than 100 schools across the U.S. and Asia, serving children from 3 months to 6 years in Nido, Toddler, and Children’s House programs. Its mission is to transform education through learning environments that cultivate independence, joy, and lifelong curiosity. The organization states that 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 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 ECE or Child Development.

Nice To Haves

• Montessori diploma for ages 3–6, or willingness to obtain certification; training is fully sponsored.

Responsibilities

• Observe each child closely to understand and support their physical, intellectual, and emotional development.
• Prepare and maintain an orderly classroom that fosters concentration and independence.
• Support children as they learn to do things independently and build self-confidence.
• 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 $45,000–$55,000.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• 75% tuition discount for up to two children at any Guidepost school.
• A supportive network of passionate educators.
• Opportunities for career growth and leadership advancement.

What This Job Offers

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