Montessori Toddler Assistant Guide — Training

Guidepost Montessori; Waldorf (MD); On-site; USD 23,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully sponsored Montessori diploma

75% tuition discount

Competitive pay

Sign-On Bonus

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Career growth opportunities

Supportive peers

Job summary

Guidepost Montessori in Maryland is hiring a Toddler Assistant Teacher to support a mixed-age Montessori classroom and help create a calm, engaging learning space where children explore at their own pace.

The role focuses on individual and small-group activities, developing independence, confidence, and a love of learning in children ages 0–6, with a collaborative, respectful team culture and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Meet state education and experience requirements.
• Experience working with children ages 3–6 in a school or childcare setting.
• A positive, adaptable, and collaborative mindset.
• A genuine love for working with young children.
• Interest in learning and growing within the Montessori approach (prior Montessori experience is welcome but not required).

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

Observe

Prepare classroom

Small-group learning

Relationship building

Job description

Guidepost Montessori in Maryland is hiring a Toddler Assistant Teacher to support a mixed-age Montessori classroom and help create a calm, engaging learning space where children explore at their own pace.

The role focuses on individual and small-group activities, developing independence, confidence, and a love of learning in children ages 0–6, with a collaborative, respectful team culture and growth opportunities.