Lead Infant Guide — Montessori Classroom Leader

Guidepost Montessori; Evanston (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Holidays

Tuition discount 75%

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Guidepost Montessori in Evanston, IL is seeking a Lead Infant Guide to lead a mixed-age infant classroom in a Montessori environment designed to support each child’s natural development. You will observe each child, prepare the environment, and foster independence while partnering with families.

The role emphasizes individualized care, developmentally appropriate activities, and collaboration with the classroom team to build a supportive community.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children ages 0–3 in a group care setting.
• Interest in pursuing fully sponsored Montessori certification.
• ECE credits or equivalent coursework.
• Bachelor’s degree in a child-related field.

Responsibilities

• Observe each child to support development across physical, emotional, and cognitive domains.
• Respect and follow each child’s natural rhythms for sleeping, eating, and toileting.
• Prepare and maintain a beautiful, orderly environment that fosters trust and exploration.
• Support independence by encouraging children to participate in care activities.
• Build warm relationships with children and families and collaborate with colleagues.

Skills

Montessori education

Observation skills

Family engagement

Education

ECE credits

Bachelor's degree (child field)

Montessori diploma or certificate

Job description

Guidepost Montessori in Evanston, IL is seeking a Lead Infant Guide to lead a mixed-age infant classroom in a Montessori environment designed to support each child’s natural development. You will observe each child, prepare the environment, and foster independence while partnering with families.

The role emphasizes individualized care, developmentally appropriate activities, and collaboration with the classroom team to build a supportive community.