Montessori Assistant Guide — Grow, Learn, Impact

Guidepost Montessori; Gambrills (MD); On-site; USD 35,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Montessori diploma training

Tuition discount

Competitive pay

Health insurance

PTO & holidays

Growth opportunities

Collaborative peers

Job summary

Guidepost Montessori in Gambrills is seeking an enthusiastic Assistant Guide to support a mixed-age classroom for ages 0–6. You will help create calm, engaging spaces where children are empowered to explore, learn, and grow at their own pace.

You will observe children, support small-group activities, and build warm relationships with families while collaborating with Lead Guides to foster a strong classroom community.

Qualifications

• Experience with children ages 3–6 in school or childcare.
• Positive, adaptable, and collaborative mindset.
• Genuine love for working with young children.
• Interest in Montessori approach; prior Montessori experience welcome but not required.

Responsibilities

• Observe children to understand and support individual needs.
• Help prepare and maintain an 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 foster a strong classroom community.

Skills

Children 3-6 experience

Collaborative mindset

Positive attitude

Montessori interest

Education

State education requirements

Job description

Guidepost Montessori in Gambrills is seeking an enthusiastic Assistant Guide to support a mixed-age classroom for ages 0–6. You will help create calm, engaging spaces where children are empowered to explore, learn, and grow at their own pace.

You will observe children, support small-group activities, and build warm relationships with families while collaborating with Lead Guides to foster a strong classroom community.