Lead Toddler Guide - Sponsored Montessori Diploma Path

Guidepostmontessori; Deerfield Beach (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Montessori diploma sponsorship

Health insurance

Paid time off

Tuition discount

Career growth

Job summary

Guidepost Montessori in Deerfield Beach, Florida seeks a Lead Toddler Guide to lead a 2-3 toddler classroom within a Montessori environment designed for exploration and independence.

The role emphasizes observation, individualized lessons, and respectful guidance to help children develop language, coordination, self-regulation and confidence, with sponsorship for Montessori certification and a salary range of $40,000 to $50,000.

Qualifications

• Experience with children ages 0–3 in group care or early learning.
• Solid understanding of child-led education approaches.
• Strong observation and guidance skills.
• Knowledge of Montessori materials and environment is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Observe each child to support development across physical, emotional, and cognitive domains.
• Prepare and maintain a beautiful, orderly, supportive classroom.
• Encourage independence by guiding toddlers to do things themselves.
• Provide lessons in practical life skills and language development.
• Build warm relationships with children and families.
• Communicate with parents to support growth.
• Lead routines and collaborate with team to create a joyful community.

Skills

Early childhood development

Observation and guidance

Group care experience (0-3)

Montessori pedagogy familiarity

Education

Bachelor’s degree (Child related field)

ECE or Child Development credits

Job description

Guidepost Montessori in Deerfield Beach, Florida seeks a Lead Toddler Guide to lead a 2-3 toddler classroom within a Montessori environment designed for exploration and independence.

The role emphasizes observation, individualized lessons, and respectful guidance to help children develop language, coordination, self-regulation and confidence, with sponsorship for Montessori certification and a salary range of $40,000 to $50,000.