Lead Infant Guide - Montessori Classroom Leader

Guidepost Montessori; Milton (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and paid holidays

75% tuition discount

Job summary

Guidepost Montessori in Milton, GA seeks a Lead Infant Guide to lead a mixed-age infant classroom (0–3) in a thoughtfully designed Montessori environment that supports independence, movement, and discovery.

You’ll observe, tailor care to each child, build strong relationships with families, and partner with a classroom team to nurture growth and learning. Fully sponsored Montessori certification is available.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children ages 0–3 in a group care setting.
• Alignment with child-led educational philosophies (Montessori, Reggio Emilia, or similar).
• Required ECE or Child Development credits.
• Bachelor’s degree (any field).
• Fully sponsored Montessori certification through Prepared Montessorian Institute or prior Montessori diploma.

Responsibilities

• Observe each child to understand and support their physical, emotional, and cognitive development.
• Respect and follow each child’s natural rhythms for sleeping, eating, and toileting.
• Prepare and maintain a beautiful, orderly environment that fosters trust, movement, and exploration.
• Support independence by encouraging children to participate in care activities.
• Build warm, meaningful relationships with children and families.
• Partner closely with parents to support each child’s growth and development.
• Lead and collaborate with classroom team members to create a strong, respectful community.

Skills

Observational skills

Communication

Relationship-building

Team collaboration

Education

ECE or Child Development credits

Bachelor's degree

Montessori diploma or equivalent

Job description

Guidepost Montessori in Milton, GA seeks a Lead Infant Guide to lead a mixed-age infant classroom (0–3) in a thoughtfully designed Montessori environment that supports independence, movement, and discovery.

You’ll observe, tailor care to each child, build strong relationships with families, and partner with a classroom team to nurture growth and learning. Fully sponsored Montessori certification is available.