Lead Teacher

Guidepost Montessori • Mill Valley, CA

4d • $50,000 - $60,000

About The Position

Guidepost Montessori is seeking a Lead Teacher, also referred to as a Lead Guide, to lead a mixed-age classroom in an infant, toddler, or preschool program. The role supports children ages 1–6 in a Montessori environment designed to nurture concentration, confidence, independence, and deep learning.

The Lead Guide prepares and maintains an orderly, engaging classroom and supports children’s academic, physical, social, and emotional development through observation, individualized lessons, small-group instruction, and intentional communication. The guide builds respectful relationships with children and families and helps children develop independence, focus, confidence, and a lasting love of learning.

Classrooms are equipped with Montessori materials and designed for accessibility, beauty, and order. Features include child-sized furniture, practical-life materials, hands-on curriculum materials, low shelves, cozy reading spaces, real plants, natural light, and durable or 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 from 3 months to 6 years. The organization describes its mission as transforming education through learning environments that cultivate independence, joy, and lifelong curiosity. It is committed to equal employment opportunity and reasonable accommodation for employees and applicants with disabilities or special needs.

Requirements

• Experience working with children ages 0–6 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 Early Childhood Education or Child Development.

Nice To Haves

• Montessori diploma for ages 0–6, 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 a beautiful, orderly classroom that fosters concentration and independence.
• Support children as they learn to do things independently and build self-confidence.
• 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 $50,000–$60,000.
• 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: Mid Level