Montessori Toddler Guide - Lead Learning & Growth

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

Benefits offered by this job

Sponsored Montessori diploma training

Competitive salary $43,000-52,000

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and paid holidays

75% tuition discount for up to two for

a Guidepost school

Job summary

Guidepost Montessori in San Rafael, CA is seeking a Lead Toddler Guide to lead a mixed-age toddler classroom in a Montessori setting designed for exploration and independence.

You will support language, self-regulation, and confidence through observation, individualized lessons, and respectful guidance, while building strong relationships with children and families and partnering with parents for each child's growth.

Qualifications

• Interest in pursuing fully sponsored Montessori certification through our Prepared Montessorian Institute, or a previously earned Montessori diploma.
• 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 (ECE or Child Development).

Responsibilities

• Observe each child closely to understand and support their physical, emotional, and cognitive development
• Prepare and maintain 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

Observe child development

Lead classroom routines

Collaborate with families

Education

Bachelor's degree (ECE or Child Development)

ECE/Child Development credits

Job description

Guidepost Montessori in San Rafael, CA is seeking a Lead Toddler Guide to lead a mixed-age toddler classroom in a Montessori setting designed for exploration and independence.

You will support language, self-regulation, and confidence through observation, individualized lessons, and respectful guidance, while building strong relationships with children and families and partnering with parents for each child's growth.