Lead Primary Montessori Teacher

Guidepost Montessori • Santa Clarita, CA

4d • $40,000 - $50,000

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. The role centers on preparing a thoughtful Montessori environment and using close observation, individualized lessons, and intentional language to support children’s academic, social, emotional, and physical development. Children are encouraged to choose meaningful work, repeat activities toward mastery, and develop independence, concentration, and confidence.

Classrooms are equipped with Montessori materials and designed for beauty, order, accessibility, and independent or small-group work. The prepared environment includes 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 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 ages 3 months to 6 years. Its mission is to transform education through learning environments that cultivate independence, joy, and lifelong curiosity for children, families, and educators.

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 child development or early childhood education.

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 building self-confidence and learning to do things 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 of $40,000–$50,000+.
• 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: Senior