Montessori Infant Assistant Guide – Training & Growth

Guidepost Montessori; Emeryville (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully sponsored Montessori diploma

75% tuition discount for up to two offl

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and paid holidays

Growth opportunities

Mentorship

Job summary

Guidepost Montessori in Emeryville, CA is hiring an Assistant Guide to support a mixed-age Montessori classroom for ages 0–6. You’ll help create calm, engaging spaces where children explore and learn at their own pace, guided by experienced Lead Guides.

You’ll observe, prepare spaces, support small-group activities, and build trusting relationships with children and families as part of a collaborative team.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children ages 1–6 in a school or childcare setting.
• Positive, adaptable, and collaborative mindset.
• Genuine love for working with young children.
• Interest in learning Montessori approach; prior Montessori experience welcome but not required.
• 12 ECE units completed.

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 children ages 1–6

Collaborative mindset

Love for working with young children

Willingness to learn Montessori

Education

12 ECE units completed

Job description

Guidepost Montessori in Emeryville, CA is hiring an Assistant Guide to support a mixed-age Montessori classroom for ages 0–6. You’ll help create calm, engaging spaces where children explore and learn at their own pace, guided by experienced Lead Guides.

You’ll observe, prepare spaces, support small-group activities, and build trusting relationships with children and families as part of a collaborative team.