Lead Infant Guide — Montessori, Nurturing Early Learners

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision insurance

Paid time off & holidays

Tuition discount for two children

Job summary

Guidepost Montessori is seeking a Lead Infant Guide to manage an infant classroom (ages 0-3) in a Montessori environment designed for independence, movement, and discovery. You will prepare the space, observe children, and provide individualized care that respects each child’s rhythms and needs.

We sponsor Montessori certification and offer competitive salary, health insurance, paid time off, and generous tuition discounts for families.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children ages 0-3 in a group care setting
• Alignment with Montessori, Reggio Emilia, or similar child-led educational philosophies
• Required ECE or Child Development credits or higher education related to early childhood education

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 with parents to support each child's growth and development
• Lead and collaborate with classroom team members to create a strong, respectful community

Skills

0-3 age group experience

Child-led education

Education

Montessori diploma

ECE or Child Development credits

Bachelor's degree (any field)

Job description

Guidepost Montessori is seeking a Lead Infant Guide to manage an infant classroom (ages 0-3) in a Montessori environment designed for independence, movement, and discovery. You will prepare the space, observe children, and provide individualized care that respects each child’s rhythms and needs.

We sponsor Montessori certification and offer competitive salary, health insurance, paid time off, and generous tuition discounts for families.