Lead Toddler Guide: Montessori Classroom Leader

Guidepost, LLC; Duluth (GA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Tuition discount 75%

Job summary

Guidepost Montessori invites passionate educators to lead a toddler classroom in a Montessori environment designed for exploration and independence. You will nurture curiosity, language, self-regulation, and confidence as children grow during this formative stage.

As Lead Toddler Guide, you’ll observe each child, prepare an orderly, inviting space, and deliver practical life lessons while building warm relationships with families.

Qualifications

• Interest in pursuing fully sponsored Montessori certification through Prepared Montessorian Institute, or a Montessori diploma.
• Experience with children ages 0–3 in a group care or early learning setting.
• Alignment with child-led educational approaches (Montessori, Reggio Emilia, or similar).
• ECE or Child Development credits required.
• Bachelor’s degree in any field.

Responsibilities

• Observe each child closely to understand and support their physical, emotional, and cognitive development.
• Prepare and maintain a beautiful, orderly classroom that fosters focus, independence, and exploration.
• Support independence by encouraging toddlers to “do it 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 each child’s growth.
• Lead classroom routines and collaborate with team members to create a respectful, joyful community.

Education

Montessori certification/diploma

ECE or Child Development credits

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Guidepost Montessori invites passionate educators to lead a toddler classroom in a Montessori environment designed for exploration and independence. You will nurture curiosity, language, self-regulation, and confidence as children grow during this formative stage.

As Lead Toddler Guide, you’ll observe each child, prepare an orderly, inviting space, and deliver practical life lessons while building warm relationships with families.