Lead Toddler Guide: Montessori Classroom Leader

Guidepost, LLC; Santa Clarita (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

75% tuition discount

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and paid holidays

Tuition discount for two children

Career growth and leadership avenues

Job summary

Guidepost Montessori in Santa Clarita, CA is looking for a Lead Toddler Guide to lead a mixed-age toddler classroom in a Montessori environment designed for exploration and independence.

You will observe children, guide individualized lessons, and build trusting relationships with families while supporting language, self-regulation, and confidence. Fully sponsored Montessori certification is offered. This role provides a collaborative, growth-focused team setting.

Qualifications

• Experience with 0–3 children in a group care or early learning setting.
• Interest in pursuing fully sponsored Montessori certification or a Montessori diploma.
• Bachelor’s degree in ECE or Child Development related field and 12 ECE credits.

Responsibilities

• Observe each child closely to understand and support their development.
• Prepare and maintain a beautiful, orderly classroom that fosters focus 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 to create a respectful, joyful community.

Skills

Experience with 0–3 children

Child-led education approach

Observation and guidance

Communication with families

Education

Bachelor’s degree in ECE or related field

12 ECE or Child Development credits

Job description

Guidepost Montessori in Santa Clarita, CA is looking for a Lead Toddler Guide to lead a mixed-age toddler classroom in a Montessori environment designed for exploration and independence.

You will observe children, guide individualized lessons, and build trusting relationships with families while supporting language, self-regulation, and confidence. Fully sponsored Montessori certification is offered. This role provides a collaborative, growth-focused team setting.