Lead Toddler Teacher

Guidepost Montessori • Verona, WI

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About The Position

Guidepost Montessori’s Lead Toddler Teacher leads a mixed-age toddler classroom in a Montessori environment designed to support children during a formative stage of development. The teacher prepares an orderly, inviting classroom and uses careful observation, individualized lessons, and respectful guidance to foster children’s language, coordination, self-regulation, confidence, curiosity, and independence.

The toddler classrooms include open spaces for movement and exploration, child-sized furniture and tools, materials for practical life and motor development, natural elements, and opportunities to climb, crawl, and explore. The role also involves building trusting relationships with children and families, collaborating with parents and colleagues, and contributing to a respectful, joyful classroom community. Montessori certification training is available through the employer’s Prepared Montessorian Institute.

Requirements

• Experience working with children ages 0–3 in a group care or early learning setting.
• Alignment with child-led educational approaches such as Montessori or Reggio Emilia.
• Required ECE or Child Development credits.
• Bachelor’s degree in any field.

Nice To Haves

• Interest in pursuing fully sponsored Montessori certification through the Prepared Montessorian Institute, or a previously earned Montessori diploma.

Responsibilities

• Observe each child to understand and support their physical, emotional, and cognitive development.
• Prepare and maintain a beautiful, orderly classroom that fosters focus, independence, and exploration.
• Encourage toddlers to develop independence and do tasks themselves.
• Provide lessons in practical life skills, language development, and grace and courtesy.
• Build warm, trusting relationships with children and families.
• Communicate and collaborate with parents to support each child’s growth.
• Lead classroom routines and collaborate with team members to create a respectful, joyful community.

Benefits

• Sponsored Montessori diploma training and ongoing professional development.
• 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.
• Collaborative, supportive network of peers and mentors.
• Opportunities for career growth and leadership advancement.

What This Job Offers

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