Assistant Spanish Teacher

Guidepost Montessori; Illinois; On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational organization in Illinois is seeking Spanish-Speaking Assistant Guides to empower children aged 0-6 in a Montessori environment. The ideal candidate will support mixed-age classrooms, offer personalized lessons, and foster independence in children. This role offers a competitive pay rate, health benefits, and a 75% tuition discount for two children. Join us to contribute to a high-quality Montessori program and grow within a supportive network.

Benefits

75% tuition discount for two children

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and paid holidays

Abundant career growth and promotion opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience working with children ages 3-6 in a school setting.
• Fluent or native in Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Observe children closely to understand and meet their needs.
• Prepare a beautiful, orderly environment that fosters independence.
• Provide individual and small-group lessons to support development.
• Form personal connections with each child and cultivate collaboration.

Skills

Experience working with children ages 3-6

Fluent or native in Spanish

Job description

Overview

We are hiring Spanish-Speaking Assistant Guides for our Guidepost Montessori school at South Naperville. Get the opportunity to empower 0 to 6-year-olds to gain independence, self-confidence, and an enduring love of learning.

Your Role

We are looking for an enthusiastic, adaptable Assistant Guides (Teachers) to support our Spanish Immersion mixed-age classrooms of Infants, Toddlers, and Preschool (ages 3-6) children in a Montessori environment. In a Montessori setting, guides carefully prepare an environment that fosters independence and captivates a child’s interest. They provide personalized support to each child, offer individual and small-group lessons, show children how to use the materials, and give them precise language to understand their experiences. This approach allows children to explore with liberty while developing skills, confidence, and a belief in their own capabilities. We’re seeking an Assistant Guide who will bring their best to help every child reach their highest potential.

Responsibilities

• Observe children closely to understand and meet their needs
• Prepare a beautiful, orderly environment that fosters independence and concentration
• Provide individual and small-group lessons to support each child’s development
• Form personal connections with each child and cultivate a community of collaboration and respect

An ideal candidate has

• Experience working with children ages 3-6 in a school setting
• Fluent or native in Spanish

What we offer

• The opportunity to contribute to a high-quality Montessori program that serves the individual needs of each child
• 75% tuition discount for two children at any school in our network (we serve children from 3-months-old through 12th grade)
• A network of supportive peers and mentors who appreciate your valuable contributions and regularly share best practices
• Abundant career growth and promotion opportunities
• A competitive pay rate
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and paid holidays

About Us

Guidepost Montessori is a growing network of over 100 schools across the U.S. and Asia, serving children ages 0-12 in our Nido, Toddler, Children’s House, and Elementary programs.

At Guidepost, we believe children are capable and we design an education for independence. We’re on a mission to radically transform education based on this belief—for children, parents, and educators!

Our mission? Children who fully experience and joyfully achieve their own development; children who can reach their highest potential and flourish—in school and in life!

If you love children and have been looking for the right opportunity to grow, join our school community by applying below!

Equal Employment Opportunity

Guidepost Global Education and Guidepost Montessori are committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO). We will not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, color, creed, religion, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, alienage or citizenship, disability, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under applicable federal, state, local laws, regulations or ordinances. Our leadership is dedicated to ensuring the fulfillment of this policy. When requested, we are committed to reasonably accommodate employees and applicants with disabilities or special needs that may require an accommodation.