Lead Toddler Guide — Montessori Leadership & Growth

Guidepost Montessori; Hillsboro (OR); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sponsored Montessori diploma training

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and paid holidays

75% tuition discount for up to two:in

Career growth and leadership

Job summary

Guidepost Montessori is seeking a Lead Toddler Guide to lead a mixed-age toddler classroom in a Montessori environment designed to support early development. You will observe, tailor lessons, and guide children as they build language, coordination, self-regulation, and confidence.

The role emphasizes leadership within a nurturing team and collaboration with families to support each child's growth. Guidepost offers Montessori diploma sponsorship, benefits, and opportunities for career growth in a

Qualifications

• Interest in pursuing fully sponsored Montessori certification.
• Experience with children 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 management

Parent communication

Team collaboration

Education

ECE credits

Bachelor's degree

Montessori diploma

Job description

Guidepost Montessori is seeking a Lead Toddler Guide to lead a mixed-age toddler classroom in a Montessori environment designed to support early development. You will observe, tailor lessons, and guide children as they build language, coordination, self-regulation, and confidence.

The role emphasizes leadership within a nurturing team and collaboration with families to support each child's growth. Guidepost offers Montessori diploma sponsorship, benefits, and opportunities for career growth in a