Montessori Assistant Guide with Diploma Training

Guidepost Montessori; Kent (WA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully sponsored Montessori diploma

75% tuition discount for two children

Competitive pay

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Career growth opportunities

Supportive peer network

Job summary

Guidepost Montessori in Kent, WA seeks an Assistant Guide to support a mixed-age Montessori classroom for children from 3 months to 6 years. You’ll help create a calm, engaging space where children explore and grow at their own pace.

You’ll assist in preparing learning environments, support individualized activities, and build relationships with children and families—all while upholding Montessori principles and a caring, patient approach.

Qualifications

• Experience with children aged 3–6 in a school or childcare setting.
• Positive, adaptable, and collaborative mindset.
• Genuine love for working with young children.

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 3–6

Collaborative mindset

Love for working with young children

Education

Montessori diploma training (sponsored)

Job description

Guidepost Montessori in Kent, WA seeks an Assistant Guide to support a mixed-age Montessori classroom for children from 3 months to 6 years. You’ll help create a calm, engaging space where children explore and grow at their own pace.

You’ll assist in preparing learning environments, support individualized activities, and build relationships with children and families—all while upholding Montessori principles and a caring, patient approach.