Montessori Assistant Guide — Inspire 0–6 Learners

Guidepost Montessori; Deerfield (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully sponsored Montessori diploma

75% tuition discount

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Growth and career advancement

Supportive peer network

Job summary

Guidepost Montessori in Deerfield is seeking an Assistant Guide to support a mixed-age classroom (0–6). You’ll help create calm, engaging spaces and guide children through individualized activities with care and patience.

You’ll gain a fully sponsored Montessori diploma, ongoing professional development, and a strong benefits package supporting growth, with tuition discounts for families, health insurance, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Experience with children ages 3–6 in a school or childcare setting.
• A positive, adaptable, and collaborative mindset.
• Genuine love for working with young children.
• Interest in Montessori approach; prior Montessori experience is 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

Experience with children ages 3–6

Collaborative mindset

Love for working with young children

Job description

Guidepost Montessori in Deerfield is seeking an Assistant Guide to support a mixed-age classroom (0–6). You’ll help create calm, engaging spaces and guide children through individualized activities with care and patience.

You’ll gain a fully sponsored Montessori diploma, ongoing professional development, and a strong benefits package supporting growth, with tuition discounts for families, health insurance, and paid time off.