Lead Preschool Teacher

Guidepost Montessori • Leavenworth, KS

17h

About The Position

At Guidepost Montessori, Lead Children’s House Guides lead mixed-age preschool classrooms for children ages 3–6 in thoughtfully prepared Montessori environments. Guides support children’s academic, social, emotional, and physical development through close observation, individualized lessons, intentional language, and respectful guidance. They foster concentration, confidence, independence, and a lifelong love of learning by allowing children to choose meaningful work, repeat activities, and take pride in their accomplishments.

Classrooms are equipped with high-quality Montessori materials and designed around beauty, order, and accessibility. Environments include child-sized furniture, practical-life materials, hands-on literacy, math, science, and cultural studies materials, low shelves, child-level artwork, cozy reading spaces, real plants, natural light, and beautiful materials made from wood, metal, and glass.

Guidepost Montessori is a growing network of more than 100 schools across the U.S. and Asia, serving children from 3 months to 6 years. Its mission is to transform education by designing learning environments that cultivate independence, joy, and lifelong curiosity for children, families, and educators. The organization is committed to equal employment opportunity and reasonable accommodation for employees and applicants with disabilities or special needs.

Requirements

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

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.
• Encourage children’s self-confidence by supporting them as they learn to do things themselves.
• 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.
• 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.
• Clear opportunities for career growth and leadership advancement.

What This Job Offers

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