Montessori Assistant Guide: Training Included for 0-6

Guidepost Montessori; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully sponsored Montessori diploma

75% tuition discount for up to two own

Competitive pay

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Guidepost Montessori in Lincoln Park, Chicago, seeks an Assistant Guide to support a mixed-age classroom for ages 0-6. You will help create calm, engaging spaces where children explore, learn, and grow at their own pace.

You’ll observe, prepare learning areas, and assist in small-group activities while building warm relationships with children and families, under the guidance of Lead Guides.

Qualifications

• Experience with children ages 3–6 in school or childcare setting.
• 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, beautiful classroom environment.
• Support individual and small-group learning activities.
• Build warm, respectful relationships with children and families.
• Collaborate with Lead Guides and team to strengthen classroom community.

Skills

Experience with children 3-6

Positive mindset

Collaborative spirit

Love for working with young children

Job description

Guidepost Montessori in Lincoln Park, Chicago, seeks an Assistant Guide to support a mixed-age classroom for ages 0-6. You will help create calm, engaging spaces where children explore, learn, and grow at their own pace.

You’ll observe, prepare learning areas, and assist in small-group activities while building warm relationships with children and families, under the guidance of Lead Guides.