On-Call Montessori Substitute Teacher (Flexible Hours)

Guidepost Montessori; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Guidepost Montessori is seeking on-call Substitute Teachers to support mixed-age classrooms serving children ages 0–6. No formal Montessori training required; training provided during orientation.

This role offers flexible hours and a path to full-time Assistant Teacher roles within our Montessori programs. As a substitute, you’ll step into classrooms as needed, help with daily routines and activities, and contribute to a warm, safe learning environment while collaborating with staff for smooth

Qualifications

• Meet state education and experience requirements for children 0-6.
• Negative TB test within the last 12 months.
• Valid state background check.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Warm, friendly, and dependable demeanor.
• Passion for working with young children.

Responsibilities

• Step into classrooms as needed to support children and maintain consistency.
• Assist with daily routines and classroom activities across mixed-age groups.
• Help create a warm, safe, and engaging environment for children.
• Collaborate with school staff to ensure smooth transitions and continuity of care.
• Model patience, professionalism, and kindness in every interaction.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Warm and friendly demeanor

Passion for working with youngchildren

Job description

Guidepost Montessori is seeking on-call Substitute Teachers to support mixed-age classrooms serving children ages 0–6. No formal Montessori training required; training provided during orientation.

This role offers flexible hours and a path to full-time Assistant Teacher roles within our Montessori programs. As a substitute, you’ll step into classrooms as needed, help with daily routines and activities, and contribute to a warm, safe learning environment while collaborating with staff for smooth