Lead Preschool Teacher

Guidepost Montessori • Waldorf, MD

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About The Position

Guidepost Montessori is seeking a Lead Children’s House Guide to lead a mixed-age preschool classroom for children ages 3–6 in a Montessori environment. The classroom is designed to nurture concentration, confidence, independence, and deep learning. The Guide prepares the classroom and supports children’s academic, social, and emotional development through close observation, individualized lessons, and intentional language.

Children choose meaningful work, repeat activities until mastery, and take pride in their accomplishments. The Guide encourages children to develop focus, confidence, and belief in their abilities while building respectful relationships with children and families.

Guidepost Children’s House classrooms are equipped with Montessori materials and designed around beauty, order, and accessibility. They include child-sized furniture, practical-life materials, hands-on learning materials, low shelves, cozy reading areas, real plants, natural light, and beautiful, breakable materials.

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, Child Development, or a related field.

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.
• 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.
• 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