Lead Toddler Guide — Montessori Classroom Leader

Guidepost Montessori; Downers Grove (IL); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary: $40,000 - $50,000

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

75% tuition discount for up to two CHI

Job summary

Guidepost Montessori is seeking a Lead Toddler Guide (Teacher) to oversee a mixed-age young toddler classroom in a Montessori setting designed for exploration and independence.

You will observe and deliver lessons that nurture language, self-regulation, and confidence, while partnering with families and collaborating with a supportive team to create a calm, joyful learning environment.

Qualifications

• Montessori certification or active pursuit is desired.
• Experience with babies and toddlers (0–3) in daycare or preschool.
• College degree in Child Development or Early Childhood Education.

Responsibilities

• Observe each child to support physical, emotional, and cognitive development.
• Prepare a beautiful, orderly classroom that fosters focus, independence, and exploration.
• Encourage toddlers to ‘do it themselves’ to support independence.
• Provide lessons in practical life skills, language development, and grace and courtesy.
• Build warm, trusting relationships with children and families.
• Collaborate with parents to support each child’s growth.
• Lead classroom routines and work with teammates to create a respectful, joyful community.

Skills

Observation

Classroom leadership

Family communication

Education

Montessori certification (fully sponsored)

ECE or Child Development credits

College degree in Child Development / Early Childhood Education

Job description

Guidepost Montessori is seeking a Lead Toddler Guide (Teacher) to oversee a mixed-age young toddler classroom in a Montessori setting designed for exploration and independence.

You will observe and deliver lessons that nurture language, self-regulation, and confidence, while partnering with families and collaborating with a supportive team to create a calm, joyful learning environment.