Assistant Montessori Teacher with Free Diploma Training

Guidepost Montessori; Downers Grove (IL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Montessori diploma training

Professional development

Tuition discount for children

Competitive pay

Health insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Guidepost Montessori in Downers Grove, IL is seeking an Assistant Teacher to support a mixed-age Montessori classroom for children ages 0–6. You will help create a calm, engaging environment that fosters independence, confidence, and a love of learning.

This role emphasizes collaboration with Lead Teachers and families to support each child’s growth. The position offers Montessori diploma training sponsorship, ongoing professional development, tuition discounts for employees’ children,

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• 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 Teachers and fellow team members to create a strong classroom community

Skills

Experience with young children

Team collaboration

Adaptable mindset

Job description

Guidepost Montessori in Downers Grove, IL is seeking an Assistant Teacher to support a mixed-age Montessori classroom for children ages 0–6. You will help create a calm, engaging environment that fosters independence, confidence, and a love of learning.

This role emphasizes collaboration with Lead Teachers and families to support each child’s growth. The position offers Montessori diploma training sponsorship, ongoing professional development, tuition discounts for employees’ children,