Montessori Assistant Guide — Train, Grow, Inspire

Guidepost Montessori; Deerfield (IL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully sponsored Montessori diploma

75% tuition discount

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Ongoing professional development

Career growth opportunities

Supportive peer network

Job summary

Guidepost Montessori in Deerfield, Illinois seeks an Assistant Guide to support a mixed-age Montessori classroom for ages 0–6. You will help prepare engaging learning spaces and assist in activities that foster independence, confidence, and a love of learning.

The role emphasizes collaboration with Lead Guides, nurturing environments, and strong relationships with families, while embracing the Montessori approach and ongoing professional growth.

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.
• 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 fellow team members to create a strong classroom community.

Skills

Experience with ages 3-6

Positive, adaptable mindset

Collaborative mindset

Love for working with young children

Job description

Guidepost Montessori in Deerfield, Illinois seeks an Assistant Guide to support a mixed-age Montessori classroom for ages 0–6. You will help prepare engaging learning spaces and assist in activities that foster independence, confidence, and a love of learning.

The role emphasizes collaboration with Lead Guides, nurturing environments, and strong relationships with families, while embracing the Montessori approach and ongoing professional growth.