Lead Child Care Teacher

4 months ago


Madison, United States Guidepost Montessori Full time
Job DescriptionJob DescriptionAre you looking for a place where you can find purpose behind what you do everyday? Are you looking to join a collaborative organization that offers professional development and growth opportunities? If so, then join Guidepost Montessori on our mission to dramatically increase the accessibility of authentic Montessori education to children around the worldWe're now hiring Lead Teachers at the Toddler level to join our growing team at our school in the Madison, Wisconsin area

In this Lead Guide role, you will create and lead a model classroom. Through your efforts, parents will see what's possible for their child when authentic, high-quality Montessori is alive and well in the prepared environment. You will be provided with a full set of high-quality materials from leading manufacturers, along with a classroom budget to make your classroom unique.

We have an amazing team of trained Montessori Mentor Teachers who will be available to lead professional development, provide feedback, and help develop your skills even further.

What we offer:
  • Sponsored MACTE-accredited Montessori Teacher Diploma ($5,000 value)
  • 75% tuition discount for two children at any school in our network (we serve children 3 months through 12th grade)
  • Flexible paid time off and paid holidays
  • Excellent compensation package including health, dental, and vision insurance, and a retirement 401(k) account
  • Ongoing professional development and a network of supportive peers and mentors who regularly share best practices
  • Career growth and promotion opportunities in our national network
We'd love to talk to you if you:
  • An associate degree or higher in early childhood education or childcare from an institution of higher education
  • Have experience with the appropriate age group in a group setting, such as daycare, aftercare or nursery
  • Help a child by giving them the tools to be independent
  • Are open to guiding your colleagues, and be guided by them in turn
  • Are eager to partner with parents on their child's journey
  • Take pride in your work
  • Get energized and inspired by working with children
Want to learn more about us?

Guidepost Montessori is a community of educators who truly believe that to meet the needs of today's students and to bring true progress in the world around us, we need an education model that fosters independence and develops competent, capable, action-oriented thinkers and change agents.

Higher Ground Education, Guidepost Montessori, and Academy of Thought and Industry are committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO). We will not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, color, creed, religion, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, alienage or citizenship, disability, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under applicable federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances. Our leadership is dedicated to ensuring the fulfillment of this policy. When requested, we are committed to reasonably accommodate employees and applicants with disabilities or special needs that may require an accommodation.


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