Lead Infant Guide — Montessori Diploma Sponsorship

guidepostmontessori; Florida; On-site; USD 37,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sponsored Montessori diploma training

Professional development

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and paid holidays

75% tuition discount for up to two ch1

Collaborative community

Leadership advancement pathways

Job summary

Guidepost Montessori is seeking a Lead Infant Guide to lead a mixed-age infant classroom (ages 0-3) in a carefully designed Montessori environment that supports independence, movement, and discovery. You will thoughtfully prepare the space, observe each child, and provide individualized care that honors their rhythms and needs.

You’ll build warm relationships with children and families, partner with parents, and collaborate with teammates to create a strong, respectful community.

Qualifications

• Interest in pursuing Montessori certification or possessing a Montessori diploma.
• Experience working with children ages 0-3 in group care.
• Alignment with child-led educational philosophies (Montessori, Reggio Emilia, or similar).
• ECE or Child Development credits.
• Bachelor's degree in a child-related 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 an 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

Observation skills

Relationship building

Team collaboration

Parent communication

Education

ECE or Child Development credits

Bachelor's degree in child-related field

Montessori diploma or Prepared Montessorian Institute sponsorship

Job description

Guidepost Montessori is seeking a Lead Infant Guide to lead a mixed-age infant classroom (ages 0-3) in a carefully designed Montessori environment that supports independence, movement, and discovery. You will thoughtfully prepare the space, observe each child, and provide individualized care that honors their rhythms and needs.

You’ll build warm relationships with children and families, partner with parents, and collaborate with teammates to create a strong, respectful community.