Lead Preschool Teacher

Guidepost Montessori • Palm Beach, FL

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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. The classroom is designed to nurture concentration, confidence, independence, and deep learning through a thoughtfully prepared Montessori environment. The guide observes children closely, provides individualized lessons and intentional guidance, and supports each child’s academic, social, emotional, and physical development. Children choose meaningful work, repeat activities to build mastery, and take pride in their accomplishments.

The prepared environment includes child-sized furniture, practical-life materials, hands-on curriculum materials for literacy, math, science, and cultural studies, accessible shelves and artwork, cozy reading spaces, real plants, natural light, and beautiful materials. Guidepost Montessori is a network of over 100 schools across the U.S. and Asia, serving children from 3 months to 6 years. Its mission is to transform education through learning environments that cultivate independence, joy, and lifelong curiosity.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• Observe each child to understand and support their physical, intellectual, and emotional development.
• Prepare and maintain an orderly classroom that fosters concentration and independence.
• Support children in developing self-confidence and learning 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–$50,000, depending on education and experience.
• 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: Manager