Lead Infant Teacher

Guidepost Montessori
United States
Workplace: OnsiteFull timeUSD 37,000 - 39,000Function: Education & TrainingEducation: bachelorsSkills: ["Observation","Relationship-building","Independence support","Collaboration"]

Lead and nurture a mixed-age (0–3) Montessori infant classroom by preparing a calm, orderly environment and supporting each child’s natural rhythms. You’ll observe physical, emotional, and cognitive development, encourage independence during care activities, and partner closely with families to build trust and confidence. Work with a classroom team to create a respectful community while pursuing Montessori certification through the Prepared Montessorian Institute.

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Guidepost Montessori
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Lead Infant Teacher

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Job Summary

Lead and nurture a mixed-age (0–3) Montessori infant classroom by preparing a calm, orderly environment and supporting each child’s natural rhythms. You’ll observe physical, emotional, and cognitive development, encourage independence during care activities, and partner closely with families to build trust and confidence. Work with a classroom team to create a respectful community while pursuing Montessori certification through the Prepared Montessorian Institute.
Location: United States
Workplace: Onsite
Employment Type: Full time
Job Function: Education & Training
Seniority: Mid level

Key Responsibilities

  • •Observe each child to support physical, emotional, and cognitive development.
  • •Respect and follow children’s natural rhythms for sleeping, eating, and toileting.
  • •Prepare and maintain an orderly Montessori environment that supports trust, movement, and exploration.
  • •Support independence by encouraging children to participate in care activities.
  • •Build warm relationships with children and families, partnering closely with parents and collaborating with the classroom team.

Pay and Benefits

Salary: USD 37,000 - 39,000
Perks:Health InsuranceDentalVisionPaid LeavePaid HolidaysTuition Discount

Key Requirements

  • •Interest in pursuing fully sponsored Montessori certification through the Prepared Montessorian Institute or having a prior Montessori diploma.
  • •Experience working with children ages 0–3 in a group care setting.
  • •Alignment with child-led educational philosophies (Montessori, Reggio Emilia, or similar).
  • •Required ECE or Child Development credits.
  • •Bachelor’s degree in a child-related field.
Experience:Early childhood
Education:Bachelor's in Child related field
Skills:ObservationRelationship-buildingIndependence supportCollaboration
Certifications:Montessori certification
Languages:English

Company Brief

Guidepost Montessori
Guidepost Montessori operates a network of Montessori schools offering early childhood and elementary education grounded in Montessori pedagogy, focusing on individualized learning, hands-on materials, and development of independence, curiosity, and academic readiness.
Industry: Education
Growth: Established Company
Headquarters: United States
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