Montessori Teacher

Guidepost Montessori • Wilton, CT

3d • $45,000 - $52,000

About The Position

Guidepost Montessori is hiring a Lead Children’s House Guide to lead a mixed-age preschool classroom for children ages 3–6. The Guide prepares a Montessori environment that supports concentration, confidence, independence, and deep learning. Through close observation, individualized lessons, and intentional language, the Guide supports each child’s academic, social, emotional, and physical development.

Children are encouraged to choose meaningful work, repeat activities until mastery, and take pride in their accomplishments. The classroom includes Montessori materials and is organized around beauty, order, and accessibility, with child-sized furniture, practical life materials, hands-on curriculum materials, low shelves, cozy reading spaces, real plants, and natural light.

Guidepost Montessori is a growing network of more than 80 schools across the U.S. and Asia, serving children from 3 months to 6 years in Nido, Toddler, and Children’s House programs. The organization’s mission is to transform education by designing learning environments that cultivate independence, joy, and lifelong curiosity. Guidepost Global Education and Guidepost Montessori are committed to equal employment opportunity and reasonable accommodation for employees and applicants with disabilities or special needs.

Requirements

• Montessori diploma for ages 3–6, or willingness to obtain certification.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Observe each child to understand and support their physical, intellectual, and emotional development.
• Prepare and maintain an orderly classroom that fosters concentration and independence.
• Encourage children’s self-confidence and ability to do things independently.
• Provide individualized and small-group lessons in practical life, literacy, math, and other areas.
• Build 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