Lead Toddler Teacher

Guidepost Montessori • Hurst, TX

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About The Position

As a Lead Toddler Guide, you lead a mixed-age toddler classroom in a Montessori environment designed to support children during a formative stage of development. You prepare and maintain an orderly, inviting classroom where toddlers can explore, make choices, and build independence and confidence. Through close observation, individualized lessons, and respectful guidance, you support children's language, coordination, self-regulation, and overall development.

The role includes leading classroom routines, building trusting relationships with children and families, communicating with parents, and collaborating with colleagues to create a respectful and joyful community. The classroom includes child-sized furnishings and Montessori materials, as well as opportunities for movement, exploration, and practical life learning.

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.
• 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 do things for themselves and support their independence.
• 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.
• A collaborative, supportive network of peers and mentors.
• Clear opportunities for career growth and leadership advancement.

What This Job Offers

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