Montessori Lead: Infant & Toddler Classroom Guide

Guidepost Montessori; San Rafael (CA); On-site; USD 43,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

75% tuition discount for two children

Job summary

Guidepost Montessori in San Rafael, CA seeks a Lead Infant Guide to lead a mixed-age infant classroom (0–3) in a carefully designed Montessori environment that promotes independence, movement, and discovery. You will prepare the room, observe children, and provide individualized care aligned with each child’s unique rhythms.

We value nurturing relationships with families, collaboration with peers, and a commitment to Montessori principles.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children ages 0–3 in group care.
• Interest in pursuing fully sponsored Montessori certification.
• Bachelor’s degree in any field.
• ECE or Child Development credits required.

Responsibilities

• Observe each child to understand and support their physical, emotional, and cognitive development
• Respect and follow each child’s natural rhythms for sleeping, eating, and toileting
• Prepare and maintain a beautiful, orderly environment that fosters trust, movement, and exploration
• Support independence by encouraging children to participate in care activities
• Build warm, meaningful relationships with children and families
• Partner closely with parents to support each child’s growth and development
• Lead and collaborate with classroom team members to create a strong, respectful community

Skills

Early childhood

Montessori alignment

Education

Bachelor's degree

ECE credits

Montessori training desired

Job description

Guidepost Montessori in San Rafael, CA seeks a Lead Infant Guide to lead a mixed-age infant classroom (0–3) in a carefully designed Montessori environment that promotes independence, movement, and discovery. You will prepare the room, observe children, and provide individualized care aligned with each child’s unique rhythms.

We value nurturing relationships with families, collaboration with peers, and a commitment to Montessori principles.