Lead Toddler Teacher

Guidepost Montessori • Santa Clarita, CA

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About The Position

The Lead Toddler Guide leads a mixed-age toddler classroom in a Montessori environment designed to support children during a formative stage of development. The role prepares and maintains a calm, beautiful, orderly environment that invites exploration and independence. Through close observation, individualized lessons, and respectful guidance, the teacher supports each child’s language, coordination, self-regulation, confidence, and overall development.

The teacher leads classroom routines and works with children, families, and colleagues to create a respectful, joyful community. Classrooms include child-sized furniture and tools, Montessori materials, natural elements, and opportunities for movement and exploration. Guidepost offers sponsored Montessori diploma training and ongoing professional development.

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 ECE or Child Development.

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 an orderly classroom that fosters focus, independence, and exploration.
• Encourage toddlers to develop independence by doing things 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