Lead Primary Montessori Teacher

Guidepost Montessori • Santa Clarita, CA

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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. The role is based in a thoughtfully prepared Montessori environment designed to nurture concentration, confidence, independence, and deep learning. The guide supports each child’s academic, social, and emotional development through close observation, individualized lessons, intentional language, and respectful guidance. Children are encouraged to choose meaningful work, repeat activities until mastery, and take pride in their accomplishments.

The guide prepares and maintains an orderly, accessible classroom using high-quality Montessori materials and principles of beauty, order, and accessibility. Classrooms include child-sized furniture, practical-life materials, hands-on curriculum materials, low shelves, child-level artwork, cozy reading spaces, real plants, natural light, and beautiful breakable 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 by creating learning environments that cultivate independence, joy, and lifelong curiosity for children, families, and educators. The company states its commitment to equal employment opportunity and reasonable accommodation for employees and applicants with disabilities or special needs when requested.

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.
• 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 a beautiful, 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 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.
• Clear opportunities for career growth and leadership advancement.

What This Job Offers

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