Morning Arrival Assistant Teacher

Guidepost Montessori • Leawood, KS

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Guidepost Montessori is hiring a Morning Arrival Assistant Teacher for its Leawood school. The Assistant Teacher supports a mixed-age Montessori classroom serving infants, toddlers, and children ages 3–6, helping create a calm, engaging environment in which children can explore, learn, and grow at their own pace. The role includes preparing and maintaining intentional learning spaces and supporting individualized and small-group activities with respect, patience, and care. The position focuses on helping children build confidence and independence and supporting their development. The listed shift is 7:00 a.m.–10:00 a.m., Monday through Friday. The posting describes this as part-time work.

Guidepost Montessori is a network of more than 100 schools across the U.S. and Asia, serving children from 3 months to 6 years old. Its mission is to transform education by helping every child reach their highest potential academically, socially, and emotionally. Guidepost Global Education and Guidepost Montessori state that they are committed to equal employment opportunity and reasonable accommodation for employees and applicants with disabilities or special needs.

Requirements

• Experience working with children ages 3–6 in a school or childcare setting.
• A positive, adaptable, and collaborative mindset.
• A genuine love for working with young children.
• Reliable availability for the 7:00 a.m.–10:00 a.m. shift, five days a week.

Nice To Haves

• Interest in learning and growing within the Montessori approach.
• Prior Montessori experience is welcome but not required.

Responsibilities

• Welcome children and families warmly during arrival.
• Observe children closely to understand and support their individual needs.
• Help prepare and maintain a beautiful, orderly classroom environment.
• Support individual and small-group learning activities.
• Build warm, respectful relationships with children and families.
• Collaborate with Lead Guides and fellow team members to create a strong classroom community.

Benefits

• Fully sponsored Montessori diploma training through the Prepared Montessorian Institute.
• Ongoing professional development and mentorship.
• 75% tuition discount for up to two children at any Guidepost school.
• Competitive pay.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Opportunities for growth and career advancement.
• A supportive network of peers who value collaboration and shared best practices.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed