Lead Montessori Guide: Inspire Independence & Joy

Guidepost Montessori

Maryland

Hybrid

USD 45,000 - 70,000

Full time

12 hours ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off and paid holidays
75% tuition discount for up to two…
Sponsored Montessori diploma training
Ongoing professional development and a
Mentorship
Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Guidepost Montessori is hiring a Lead Children’s House Guide in Maryland to lead a mixed-age preschool classroom in a Montessori environment that nurtures concentration, independence, and deep learning.

You will observe each child closely, prepare an organized classroom, deliver individualized lessons in practical life, literacy, and math, and build strong relationships with children and families while communicating with parents to support 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.
  • Required ECE or Child Development credits.
  • Bachelor’s degree in any field.

Responsibilities

  • Observe each child to understand and support their development.
  • Prepare and maintain an orderly classroom that fosters concentration and independence.
  • Encourage self-confidence by supporting children to do things themselves.
  • Provide individualized and small-group lessons in practical life, literacy, and math.
  • Build strong, respectful relationships with children and families.
  • Communicate with parents to support each child’s growth.
  • Lead the classroom with warmth, professionalism, and purpose.

Skills

Observation
Classroom management
Individualized instruction
Parent communication

Education

Montessori diploma (ages 3-6)
ECE or Child Development credits
Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Guidepost Montessori is hiring a Lead Children’s House Guide in Maryland to lead a mixed-age preschool classroom in a Montessori environment that nurtures concentration, independence, and deep learning.

You will observe each child closely, prepare an organized classroom, deliver individualized lessons in practical life, literacy, and math, and build strong relationships with children and families while communicating with parents to support growth.

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