Montessori Preschool Teacher

4 days ago


Rancho Santa Margarita, California, United States Guidepost Montessori Full time
Empower Young Minds as a Lead Children's House Guide at Guidepost Montessori

We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Lead Guide to support a mixed-age class of preschool age children in a Montessori environment. As a Lead Guide, you will play a vital role in creating a nurturing and stimulating environment that fosters independence, self-confidence, and a love of learning.

Your Role

As a Lead Guide, you will be responsible for:

  • Observing each child closely to understand and meet their physical, intellectual, and emotional needs
  • Preparing a beautiful, orderly environment that fosters concentration, independence, and deep learning
  • Cultivating independence and self-confidence by helping children 'do it all by themselves'
  • Providing individual and small-group lessons to support each child's development in practical skills, literacy, math, and so much more
  • Forming personal connections with each child and cultivating a community of respect
  • Communicating and collaborating respectfully with parents to provide the best possible support for every child
The Montessori Prepared Environment

Our classrooms are designed to enable every child to learn, concentrate, and confidently achieve their independence. Each classroom features:

  • Child-sized furniture and ample floor space for children to work independently or in small groups
  • Practical life materials for children to sweep, set the table, dust, prepare meals, and so much more
  • Curriculum for independence: in dressing themselves, feeding themselves, caring for the space etc.
  • Scientifically designed, hands-on learning materials for gaining core knowledge in math, literacy, science, and so much more
  • All materials made accessible to children on low shelves and all art at the child's level
  • Cozy reading areas, real plants, and plenty of natural light
  • Breakable objects made from natural materials like wood, metal, and glass rather than plastic
What We Offer

We are committed to providing a supportive and collaborative environment for our guides. As a Lead Guide at Guidepost Montessori, you can expect:

  • The opportunity to contribute to a high-quality Montessori program that serves the individual needs of each child
  • Sponsored Montessori diploma and ongoing professional development through the
  • 75% tuition discount for two children at any school in our network (we serve children from 3-months-old through 12th grade)
  • A network of supportive peers and mentors who appreciate your valuable contributions and regularly share best practices
  • Abundant career growth and promotion opportunities
  • A competitive salary
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid time off and paid holidays
About Us

Guidepost Montessori is a growing network of 120+ Montessori schools, serving children ages 0-12 in our Nido, Toddler, Children's House, and Elementary programs. We believe children are capable and we design an education for independence. We're on a mission to radically transform education based on this belief—for children, parents, and educators

Our mission? Children who fully experience and joyfully achieve their own development; children who can reach their highest potential and flourish—in school and in life



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