Lead Infant Guide: Nurture Independence & Discovery

Guidepost Montessori; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sponsored Montessori diploma training

Health insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Tuition discount for children

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Guidepost Montessori is seeking a Lead Infant Guide to manage a mixed-age infant classroom (0–3) in a thoughtfully designed Montessori setting. You will prepare the environment, observe children, and provide individualized care that honors each rhythm and need.

You’ll support independence, build strong relationships with families, and collaborate with colleagues to foster a respectful community while pursuing Montessori certification under our Prepared Montessorian Institute.

Qualifications

• Interest in pursuing fully sponsored Montessori certification through our Prepared Montessorian Institute.
• 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 and Bachelor's degree.

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

Montessori certification

Infant care experience

Montessori method alignment

Education

Bachelor's degree

ECE or Child Development credits

Job description

Guidepost Montessori is seeking a Lead Infant Guide to manage a mixed-age infant classroom (0–3) in a thoughtfully designed Montessori setting. You will prepare the environment, observe children, and provide individualized care that honors each rhythm and need.

You’ll support independence, build strong relationships with families, and collaborate with colleagues to foster a respectful community while pursuing Montessori certification under our Prepared Montessorian Institute.