Toddler Assistant Guide — Free Montessori Training Included

Guidepost Montessori; Deerfield (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully sponsored Montessori diploma

Hands-on training and mentorship

Competitive pay based on experience

Health, dental and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

75% tuition discount

Career growth opportunities

Supportive peer network

Job summary

Guidepost Montessori is seeking Assistant Teachers (Assistant Guides) at the Deerbrook campus in Northbrook, IL to support children from 0–6 years with a calm, engaging classroom environment.

No Montessori experience is required; the team provides hands-on training, mentorship and opportunities for leadership growth, with competitive pay and benefits to support your professional journey.

Qualifications

• A genuine love for working with children
• A positive, adaptable and collaborative mindset
• Dependability and a willingness to learn
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team
• Interest in learning and growing within the Montessori approach
• Ability to meet applicable Illinois DCFS requirements for working in a licensed childcare center
• Experience in childcare, daycare or preschool is helpful 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
• Support daily classroom routines, including meals, transitions, outdoor play and age-appropriate care
• Encourage children to develop independence through everyday activities
• Help maintain a safe, welcoming and nurturing environment for every child

Skills

Love for children

Patience

Teamwork

Dependability

Willingness to learn

Communication skills

Interest in Montessori

Job description

Guidepost Montessori is seeking Assistant Teachers (Assistant Guides) at the Deerbrook campus in Northbrook, IL to support children from 0–6 years with a calm, engaging classroom environment.

No Montessori experience is required; the team provides hands-on training, mentorship and opportunities for leadership growth, with competitive pay and benefits to support your professional journey.