Lead Toddler Guide — Montessori Classroom Leader

Guidepost Montessori; Beaverton (OR); On-site; USD 45,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Tuition discount

Career growth

Holiday pay

Job summary

Guidepost Montessori is seeking a Lead Toddler Guide to lead a mixed-age toddler classroom in a Montessori setting designed for exploration and independence. You will observe children, prepare an orderly environment, and guide practical life and language lessons while partnering with families to support each child’s growth.

The role emphasizes observation, individualized guidance, and a collaborative team approach within a program that values curiosity, independence, and confident learners from

Qualifications

• Experience with 0–3 age group in a group care or early learning setting.
• Alignment with Montessori, Reggio Emilia, or similar child-led approaches.

Responsibilities

• Lead a mixed-age toddler classroom in a Montessori environment.
• Observe and support each child’s physical, emotional, and cognitive development.
• Prepare an orderly, beautiful classroom that fosters independence and exploration.
• Provide practical life, language, and social skills lessons.
• Build warm relationships with children and families; communicate with parents.

Skills

Child-centered approach

Observation skills

Family communication

Leadership potential

Education

ECE or Child Development credits

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Guidepost Montessori is seeking a Lead Toddler Guide to lead a mixed-age toddler classroom in a Montessori setting designed for exploration and independence. You will observe children, prepare an orderly environment, and guide practical life and language lessons while partnering with families to support each child’s growth.

The role emphasizes observation, individualized guidance, and a collaborative team approach within a program that values curiosity, independence, and confident learners from