Montessori Teacher

Guidepost Montessori • Wilton, CT

1d • $45,000 - $52,000

About The Position

As a Lead Children’s House Guide, you will lead a mixed-age preschool classroom for children ages 3–6 in a Montessori environment designed to nurture concentration, confidence, independence, and deep learning. You will prepare a thoughtfully organized classroom and support children’s academic, social, emotional, and physical development through 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.

Classrooms are equipped with Montessori materials and designed for beauty, order, and accessibility. They include child-sized furniture, practical-life and self-care materials, hands-on literacy, math, science, and cultural studies materials, low shelves, child-level artwork, cozy reading spaces, real plants, natural light, and materials made from wood, metal, and glass.

Guidepost Montessori is a network of more than 80 schools across the U.S. and Asia serving children from 3 months to 6 years. Its mission is to transform education through learning environments that cultivate independence, joy, and lifelong curiosity for children, families, and educators. The organization states its commitment to equal employment opportunity and reasonable accommodations for employees and applicants with disabilities or special needs.

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 any field.
• 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 an orderly classroom that fosters concentration and independence.
• Support children in developing self-confidence and learning to do things independently.
• 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 $45,000–$52,000.
• 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