Montessori Assistant Guide — Diploma Training & Growth

Guidepost Montessori; Michigan; On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Montessori diploma training

Mentorship program

Tuition discount

Competitive pay

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Career advancement

Supportive peers

Job summary

Guidepost Montessori is hiring Assistant Guides to support a mixed-age Montessori classroom for children aged 0–6. As an Assistant Guide, you will help create calm, engaging spaces and participate in individualized learning activities, fostering independence and confidence in young learners.

You will work with Lead Guides and families to build a strong community, with sponsored diploma training and ongoing mentorship.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Prior experience as an Assistant Teacher, Babysitter, Nanny or customer service.
• Interest in learning and growing within the Montessori approach.

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

Skills

Childcare experience

Montessori interest

Team collaboration

Communication

Job description

Guidepost Montessori is hiring Assistant Guides to support a mixed-age Montessori classroom for children aged 0–6. As an Assistant Guide, you will help create calm, engaging spaces and participate in individualized learning activities, fostering independence and confidence in young learners.

You will work with Lead Guides and families to build a strong community, with sponsored diploma training and ongoing mentorship.