Lead Toddler Montessori Guide

Guidepost Montessori; Leawood (KS); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

75% tuition discount for up to two s

75% tuition discount for up to two s

Collaborative peer network

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Guidepost Montessori is seeking an Infant Guide to lead a mixed-age toddler classroom in a Montessori environment designed for exploration and independence. You will observe, support language development, and provide practical life lessons while building warm relationships with children and families.

This role offers sponsorship for Montessori certification and opportunities for growth within a network of over 100 schools.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children ages 0-3 in a group care or early learning setting.
• Interest in Montessori education and readiness for certification sponsorship.
• 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.

Skills

Observation

Communication

Team collaboration

Montessori approach

Education

Bachelor's degree (any field)

Job description

Guidepost Montessori is seeking an Infant Guide to lead a mixed-age toddler classroom in a Montessori environment designed for exploration and independence. You will observe, support language development, and provide practical life lessons while building warm relationships with children and families.

This role offers sponsorship for Montessori certification and opportunities for growth within a network of over 100 schools.