Lead Infant Guide | Montessori Classroom Leader

Guidepost Montessori; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 41,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

75% tuition discount for up to two (2)

Paid time off and holidays

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

Guidepost Montessori seeks a Lead Infant Guide to run a mixed-age infant classroom (0–3) in a Montessori environment designed to support each child’s natural development. You will observe, prepare, and maintain an orderly space, fostering independence and trust in both children and families.

We offer sponsored Montessori certification and a competitive salary plus benefits, with a strong collaborative community and clear growth pathways for leadership within Guidepost Montessori.

Qualifications

• Interest in pursuing fully sponsored Montessori certification through our Prepared Montessorian Institute, or prior Montessori diploma
• 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)

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

Education

ECE or Child Development credits

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Guidepost Montessori seeks a Lead Infant Guide to run a mixed-age infant classroom (0–3) in a Montessori environment designed to support each child’s natural development. You will observe, prepare, and maintain an orderly space, fostering independence and trust in both children and families.

We offer sponsored Montessori certification and a competitive salary plus benefits, with a strong collaborative community and clear growth pathways for leadership within Guidepost Montessori.