Montessori Lead Toddler Guide with Certification Support

Guidepost Montessori; Evanston (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

75% tuition discount

Job summary

Guidepost Montessori in Evanston, IL, seeks a Lead Toddler Guide to lead a mixed-age toddler classroom in a Montessori setting. You will create calm, purposeful environments that support curiosity, independence, and confidence as children begin to explore language, self-regulation, and motor skills.

You will observe, plan individualized lessons, and collaborate with families to foster growth. The role emphasizes leadership, relationship-building, and helping toddlers take pride in their

Qualifications

• Interest in pursuing fully sponsored Montessori certification through our institute.
• Experience working with children ages 0–3 in a group care or early learning setting.
• Alignment with child-led educational approaches (Montessori, Reggio Emilia, or similar).
• Required ECE or Child Development credits.
• Bachelor’s degree in a child-related field.

Responsibilities

• Observe each child to understand and support their physical, emotional, and cognitive development.
• Prepare a beautiful, orderly classroom that fosters focus, independence, and exploration.
• Support independence by encouraging toddlers to “do it themselves.”
• Provide lessons in practical life skills, language development, and grace and courtesy.
• Build warm, trusting relationships with children and families.
• Communicate and collaborate with parents to support each child’s growth.
• Lead classroom routines and collaborate with team members to create a respectful, joyful community.

Skills

Observation

Leadership

Communication

Independence support

Education

ECE or Child Development credits

Bachelor's degree in Child-related field

Tools

Montessori materials

Job description

Guidepost Montessori in Evanston, IL, seeks a Lead Toddler Guide to lead a mixed-age toddler classroom in a Montessori setting. You will create calm, purposeful environments that support curiosity, independence, and confidence as children begin to explore language, self-regulation, and motor skills.

You will observe, plan individualized lessons, and collaborate with families to foster growth. The role emphasizes leadership, relationship-building, and helping toddlers take pride in their