Full Time Toddler Assistant Teacher New Deerfield, Illinois

Guidepost Montessori; Deerfield (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully sponsored Montessori diploma

Hands-on training and mentorship

Competitive pay based on experience

Health, dental and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

75% tuition discount

Career growth opportunities

Supportive peer network

Job summary

Guidepost Montessori is seeking Assistant Teachers (Assistant Guides) at the Deerbrook campus in Northbrook, IL to support children from 0–6 years with a calm, engaging classroom environment.

No Montessori experience is required; the team provides hands-on training, mentorship and opportunities for leadership growth, with competitive pay and benefits to support your professional journey.

Qualifications

• A genuine love for working with children
• A positive, adaptable and collaborative mindset
• Dependability and a willingness to learn
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team
• Interest in learning and growing within the Montessori approach
• Ability to meet applicable Illinois DCFS requirements for working in a licensed childcare center
• Experience in childcare, daycare or preschool is helpful 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 Guides and fellow team members to create a strong classroom community
• Support daily classroom routines, including meals, transitions, outdoor play and age-appropriate care
• Encourage children to develop independence through everyday activities
• Help maintain a safe, welcoming and nurturing environment for every child

Skills

Love for children

Patience

Teamwork

Dependability

Willingness to learn

Communication skills

Interest in Montessori

Job description

Love working with children? Looking for a rewarding career where you can learn, grow and make a difference every day? We'd love to meet you!

At Guidepost Montessori, we're looking for caring, dependable and enthusiastic individuals to join our team as Assistant Teachers (Assistant Guides) at our Deerbrook campus in Northbrook, IL.

No Montessori experience or certification is required! Whether you've worked in childcare, preschool, daycare, nannying or are looking to begin a career in early childhood education, we welcome applicants who are passionate about supporting young children.

We provide hands-on training, professional development and opportunities to grow into leadership roles.

Do work that matters! Every single day.

At Guidepost Montessori, our Assistant Guides play a meaningful role in helping children ages 0–6 develop independence, confidence and a lifelong love of learning.

If you're passionate about working with young children and want to grow in a supportive, purpose-driven environment, we'd love to meet you.

Your Impact

As an Assistant Teacher (Assistant Guide), you'll support a Montessori classroom serving infants, toddlers or preschool-aged children, helping create a calm, engaging environment where children are empowered to explore, learn and grow at their own pace.

In a Montessori classroom, the environment and the guide work together to support each child's development. You'll assist in preparing beautiful, intentional learning spaces and support children through individualized and small-group activities, always with respect, patience and care.

Most importantly, you'll help children build confidence in themselves and discover what they're capable of achieving.

New to Montessori? That's okay! Our team will help you learn the Montessori approach and develop the skills you need to feel confident and successful in the classroom.

What You'll Do

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

Support daily classroom routines, including meals, transitions, outdoor play and age-appropriate care

Encourage children to develop independence through everyday activities

Help maintain a safe, welcoming and nurturing environment for every child

What We're Looking For

We're looking for someone who is kind, reliable, patient and excited to work with young children.

Qualifications:

A genuine love for working with children

A positive, adaptable and collaborative mindset

Dependability and a willingness to learn

Strong communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team

Interest in learning and growing within the Montessori approach

Ability to meet applicable Illinois DCFS requirements for working in a licensed childcare center

Experience that is helpful but not required:

Previous experience in childcare, daycare or preschool

Experience as a nanny, babysitter or camp counselor

Experience working with infants, toddlers or preschool-aged children

No Montessori training? No problem! We provide training and ongoing support to help you become a confident Montessori educator.

What We Offer

Fully sponsored Montessori diploma training through the Prepared Montessorian Institute

Hands-on training and mentorship

Competitive pay based on experience and qualifications

Health, dental and vision insurance

Paid time off and paid holidays

75% tuition discount for up to two children at any Guidepost school

Opportunities for career growth and advancement

A supportive network of peers who value collaboration and shared best practices

About Guidepost Montessori

Guidepost Montessori is a growing network of over 100 schools across the U.S. and Asia, serving children from 3 months to 6 years old.

We believe children are capable and we design an education that nurtures independence, curiosity and joy. Our mission is to transform education by helping every child reach their highest potential academically, socially and emotionally.

Join Our Team!

Whether you're an experienced childcare professional or someone looking to begin a rewarding career in early childhood education, we'd love to hear from you.

You don't need Montessori experience to make a difference. Just bring your passion for children, your willingness to learn and your enthusiasm for helping little learners grow!

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 or 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.