Spanish Lead Teacher

Guidepost Montessori • Folsom, CA

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About The Position

Guidepost Montessori is seeking a Lead Spanish Guide to lead a mixed-age preschool classroom serving children ages 1.5–3 in a Montessori environment. The role supports children’s academic, social, emotional, and physical development through close observation, individualized lessons, intentional language, and respectful guidance. The Guide prepares an environment that nurtures concentration, confidence, independence, and deep learning, while helping children choose meaningful work, repeat activities, and take pride in their accomplishments.

Classrooms are equipped with Montessori materials and designed for beauty, order, accessibility, and independent or small-group work. Environments include child-sized furniture, practical-life materials, hands-on curriculum materials, low shelves, child-level artwork, cozy reading spaces, real plants, natural light, and beautiful breakable materials.

Guidepost Montessori is a network of over 100 schools across the U.S. and Asia, serving children from 3 months to 6 years. 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 accommodations for employees and applicants with disabilities or special needs when requested.

Requirements

• Experience working with children ages 1.5–3 in a group learning environment.
• Alignment with child-led philosophies such as Montessori.
• Required ECE or Child Development credits.
• Montessori diploma for ages 0–3, 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.
• Encourage children’s self-confidence by supporting them as they learn 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 $38,000–$45,000+.
• 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: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed