Montessori Assistant Guide — Grow, Learn, Impact

Guidepost Montessori; Folsom, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Montessori diploma training

Professional development & mentorship

75% tuition discount for two children

Job summary

Guidepost Montessori in Folsom, CA is hiring an Assistant Guide to support a mixed-age Montessori classroom for children 18 months to 6 years. You’ll help create a calm, engaging space where kids can explore and grow at their own pace, under the guidance of Lead Guides.

The role emphasizes building relationships with children and families, assisting in activities, and contributing to a collaborative classroom culture. Training and growth are central to the role.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children ages 1.5–6 in a school or childcare setting.
• A positive, adaptable, and collaborative mindset.
• A genuine love for working with young children.
• Interest in learning and growing within the 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 team members to create a strong classroom community.

Skills

Childcare experience

Adaptable

Collaborative mindset

Love for children

Job description

Guidepost Montessori in Folsom, CA is hiring an Assistant Guide to support a mixed-age Montessori classroom for children 18 months to 6 years. You’ll help create a calm, engaging space where kids can explore and grow at their own pace, under the guidance of Lead Guides.

The role emphasizes building relationships with children and families, assisting in activities, and contributing to a collaborative classroom culture. Training and growth are central to the role.