Lead Montessori Guide for Ages 3–6

Guidepost Montessori; Evanston (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sponsored diploma training

Professional development

Competitive salary

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

Tuition discount for two children

Educator network

Career growth

Job summary

Guidepost Montessori in Evanston, IL is seeking a Lead Children’s House Guide to lead a mixed-age preschool classroom in a Montessori environment that nurtures concentration, independence, and a love of learning.

You will observe children, prepare an orderly classroom, deliver individualized lessons in practical life, literacy, and math, and build warm relationships with families to support each child’s growth.

Qualifications

• Montessori diploma for ages 3–6 or willingness to obtain certification (fully sponsored)
• Experience working with children ages 3–6 in a group learning environment
• Alignment with child-led philosophies such as Montessori or Reggio Emilia
• ECE or Child Development credits
• Bachelor’s degree in a child-related field

Responsibilities

• Observe each child closely to understand and support their physical, intellectual, and emotional development
• Prepare and maintain a beautiful, orderly classroom that fosters concentration and independence
• Encourage self-confidence by supporting children as they learn to “do it themselves”
• Provide individualized and small-group lessons in practical life, literacy, math, and beyond
• Build strong, respectful relationships with children and families
• Communicate and collaborate with parents to support each child’s growth
• Lead your classroom with warmth, professionalism, and purpose

Skills

Experience with 3–6 age group

Child-led education

Parent collaboration

Classroom management

Education

Montessori diploma for ages 3–6

ECE/Child Development credits

Bachelor’s degree in child-related field

Job description

Guidepost Montessori in Evanston, IL is seeking a Lead Children’s House Guide to lead a mixed-age preschool classroom in a Montessori environment that nurtures concentration, independence, and a love of learning.

You will observe children, prepare an orderly classroom, deliver individualized lessons in practical life, literacy, and math, and build warm relationships with families to support each child’s growth.