Lead Preschool Teacher

Guidepost Montessori • Gambrills, MD

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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 in a Montessori environment. The role supports children’s academic, social, emotional, and physical development through close observation, individualized lessons, intentional language, and respectful guidance. The teacher prepares a classroom environment that promotes concentration, independence, curiosity, confidence, and deep learning, and supports children in choosing meaningful work and building skills at their own pace.

The classroom is equipped with Montessori materials and designed for beauty, order, and accessibility. It includes child-sized furniture and floor space, 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 durable materials made from wood, metal, and glass. Guidepost Montessori is a network of over 80 schools across the U.S. and Asia, serving children ages 3 months to 6 years. Its mission is to transform education by creating learning environments that cultivate independence, joy, and lifelong curiosity.

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 any field.
• 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 in building self-confidence and learning to do tasks independently.
• Provide individualized and small-group lessons in practical life, literacy, math, and other areas.
• Build 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.
• Supportive network of passionate educators.
• Opportunities for career growth and leadership advancement.

What This Job Offers

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