Lead Toddler Guide — Montessori Classroom Leader

Guidepost Montessori; Peoria (AZ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Tuition discount

Paid time off

Job summary

Guidepost Montessori in Peoria, AZ is seeking a Lead Toddler Guide to lead a mixed-age toddler classroom in a Montessori environment designed for exploration and independence.

You will observe, plan, and deliver individualized lessons, foster language development, and build strong relationships with children and families while collaborating with colleagues to maintain a respectful, joyful learning community.

Qualifications

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

Skills

Observation

Classroom leadership

Parent communication

Child development

Education

ECE credits

Bachelor's degree

Montessori certification/diploma

Job description

Guidepost Montessori in Peoria, AZ is seeking a Lead Toddler Guide to lead a mixed-age toddler classroom in a Montessori environment designed for exploration and independence.

You will observe, plan, and deliver individualized lessons, foster language development, and build strong relationships with children and families while collaborating with colleagues to maintain a respectful, joyful learning community.