Lead Children's House Guide

6 days ago


Chicago, Illinois, United States Guidepost Montessori Full time

Job Summary:

Guidepost Montessori is seeking a highly skilled and dedicated Montessori Preschool Lead Teacher to join our team. As a Lead Teacher, you will be responsible for creating and leading a model classroom, partnering with families to meet each child's individual needs, and fostering a deep sense of community within your classroom.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Create and lead a model classroom that embodies the Montessori philosophy
  • Partner with families to meet each child's individual needs and develop a deep sense of community within the classroom
  • Provide a nurturing and supportive environment that encourages children to become independent and self-motivated learners
  • Develop and implement lesson plans that align with the Montessori curriculum and meet the needs of each child
  • Collaborate with colleagues to ensure a cohesive and effective educational program
  • Communicate effectively with parents and guardians to keep them informed of their child's progress and involve them in the educational process

Requirements:

  • Completed training or experience in Montessori education, preferably in the 3-6 year old age group
  • Experience working with children in a group setting, such as a preschool, daycare, or nursery
  • Ability to create a nurturing and supportive environment that encourages children to become independent and self-motivated learners
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with colleagues, parents, and guardians
  • Ability to adapt to changing circumstances and priorities, while maintaining a focus on providing high-quality education and care to children

What We Offer:

  • Fully sponsored MACTE-accredited Montessori Teacher Diploma
  • 75% tuition discount for two children at any school in our network
  • 4 weeks accrued PTO and 2 weeks paid holidays
  • Benefits (health/dental/vision) after 30 days
  • 401(k) account
  • Employee Referral bonus up to $600
  • Career growth and promotion opportunities in our national network of supportive peers and mentors

About Guidepost Montessori:

Guidepost Montessori is a community of educators who believe that to meet the needs of today's students and 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.



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