Lead Toddler Guide — Montessori Classroom Leader

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and paid holidays

75% tuition discount for up to two A&n

Job summary

Guidepost Montessori in Downers Grove, IL is seeking a Lead Toddler Guide (Teacher) to lead a mixed-age young toddler classroom in a Montessori environment designed for exploration and independence.

You’ll observe children, prepare an orderly classroom, and provide practical life, language, and grace-and-courtesy lessons while partnering with families to support growth. Fully sponsored Montessori certification is available.

Qualifications

• Montessori-aligned teaching philosophy and age-appropriate observation.
• Experience with babies and toddlers aged 0–3 in a daycare/preschool setting.
• Strong communication with families to support child growth.

Responsibilities

• Observe each child to support physical, emotional, and cognitive development.
• Prepare and maintain a beautiful, orderly classroom fostering independence and exploration.
• Encourage toddlers to do things themselves and practice practical life skills.
• Provide lessons in practical life skills, language development, and grace and courtesy.
• Build warm, trusting relationships with children and families; collaborate with parents.
• Lead classroom routines and work with the team to create a joyful community.

Skills

Montessori-aligned teaching philosophy

Experience with babies/toddlers 0-3

Observation and family communication

Education

Montessori certification or diploma

ECE or Child Development credits

College degree in Early Childhood Education or related field

Job description

Guidepost Montessori in Downers Grove, IL is seeking a Lead Toddler Guide (Teacher) to lead a mixed-age young toddler classroom in a Montessori environment designed for exploration and independence.

You’ll observe children, prepare an orderly classroom, and provide practical life, language, and grace-and-courtesy lessons while partnering with families to support growth. Fully sponsored Montessori certification is available.