Lead Montessori Toddler Guide

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Tuition discount for up to two Guidepo

75% tuition discount for up to two

Job summary

Guidepost Montessori in Naperville, IL seeks a Lead Toddler Guide to helm a mixed-age toddler classroom in a prepared Montessori environment. You will observe, guide language and self-regulation, and nurture independence with careful, respectful mentorship of children and families.

You’ll lead routines, collaborate with a supportive team, and pursue fully sponsored Montessori certification while contributing to a joyful, growth-focused community that honors each child’s development.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children 0–3 in group care or early learning settings.
• Alignment with child-led educational approaches (Montessori, Reggio Emilia, or similar).
• Required ECE or Child Development credits.
• Bachelor’s degree in a child-related field.

Responsibilities

• Observe each child to support physical, emotional, and cognitive development.
• Prepare and maintain an orderly classroom that fosters focus and exploration.
• Encourage independence by guiding children to do tasks themselves.
• Provide lessons in practical life skills, language development, and grace and courtesy.
• Build warm, trusting relationships with children and families.
• Communicate and collaborate with parents to support growth.
• Lead classroom routines and collaborate with teammates to foster a joyful community.

Skills

Toddler development experience

Montessori education knowledge

Observation skills

Communication with families

Education

ECE or Child Development credits

Bachelor’s degree in child-related field

Job description

Guidepost Montessori in Naperville, IL seeks a Lead Toddler Guide to helm a mixed-age toddler classroom in a prepared Montessori environment. You will observe, guide language and self-regulation, and nurture independence with careful, respectful mentorship of children and families.

You’ll lead routines, collaborate with a supportive team, and pursue fully sponsored Montessori certification while contributing to a joyful, growth-focused community that honors each child’s development.