Montessori Assistant Guide — Diploma Training & Growth

Guidepost, LLC; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully sponsored Montessori diploma

Professional development and mentoring

75% tuition discount for two children

Competitive pay $18-19 per hour

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Growth opportunities

Supportive peer network

Job summary

Guidepost Montessori in Bethesda, MD is hiring for an Assistant Guide to support mixed-age classrooms (0-6) and help children build independence, confidence, and a love of learning. You will assist in designing engaging learning spaces and guiding activities that respect each child’s pace.

You’ll collaborate with Lead Guides, maintain an orderly environment, and foster warm relationships with families while growing within the Montessori approach.

Qualifications

• Meet state education and experience requirements.
• Experience working with children ages 3-6 in a school or childcare setting.
• A positive, adaptable, and collaborative mindset.
• A genuine love for working with young children and interest in Montessori approach (prior Montessori experience welcome but not required)

Responsibilities

• Observe children closely to understand and support their individual needs.
• Help prepare and maintain a beautiful, orderly classroom environment.
• Support individual and small-group learning activities
• Build warm, respectful relationships with children and families
• Collaborate with Lead Guides and fellow team members to create a strong classroom community

Job description

Guidepost Montessori in Bethesda, MD is hiring for an Assistant Guide to support mixed-age classrooms (0-6) and help children build independence, confidence, and a love of learning. You will assist in designing engaging learning spaces and guiding activities that respect each child’s pace.

You’ll collaborate with Lead Guides, maintain an orderly environment, and foster warm relationships with families while growing within the Montessori approach.