Lead Montessori Teacher for Infants & Toddlers

guidepostmontessori; Naperville (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sponsored Montessori diploma training

Competitive salary

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

75% tuition discount for two children

Mentor network and career growth

Job summary

Guidepost Montessori is seeking Lead Infant/Toddler Teachers to create calm, nurturing Montessori classrooms for ages 0-3. You will guide a mixed-age group, design an independent, movement-friendly environment, and observe each child to tailor care and learning.

The role emphasizes partnering with families, supporting daily routines, and pursuing Montessori certification through our institute, with a competitive salary of $40,000–$50,000 plus health, dental, vision, and 75% tuition discounts.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children ages 0-3 in a daycare, preschool, or early childcare setting.
• Bachelor's degree in a child-related field.
• ECE or Child Development credits.
• Aligned with Montessori, Reggio Emilia, or similar approaches.
• Interest in pursuing Montessori certification.

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

Observation

Child development knowledge

Communication with families

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree (Child-related field)

ECE or Child Development credits

Montessori diploma (prepared Montessorian)

Job description

Guidepost Montessori is seeking Lead Infant/Toddler Teachers to create calm, nurturing Montessori classrooms for ages 0-3. You will guide a mixed-age group, design an independent, movement-friendly environment, and observe each child to tailor care and learning.

The role emphasizes partnering with families, supporting daily routines, and pursuing Montessori certification through our institute, with a competitive salary of $40,000–$50,000 plus health, dental, vision, and 75% tuition discounts.