Guidepost Montessori

Guidepost Montessori

Lead Toddler Teacher

Foothill Ranch, California

Sponsorship not specified$41k-$55kDetected 22 days ago
Leadership

About the role

  • Your leadership will empower toddlers to explore freely, make choices, and take pride in what they can accomplish laying the foundation for lifelong learning.

Responsibilities

  • Observe each child closely to understand and support their physical, emotional, and cognitive development
  • Prepare and maintain a beautiful, orderly classroom that fosters focus, independence, and exploration
  • Support independence by encouraging toddlers to "do it themselves"
  • Build warm, trusting relationships with children and families
  • Communicate and collaborate with parents to support each child's growth
  • Lead classroom routines and collaborate with team members to create a respectful, joyful community
  • Every Guidepost toddler classroom is fully equipped with high-quality Montessori materials and designed according to the principles of beauty, order, and independence.
  • Scientifically designed materials for fine and gross motor development
  • We believe children are capable and we intentionally design environments that empower them to explore, grow, and flourish.
  • If you're inspired by toddler development, excited to partner with families, and ready to lead with purpose, we'd love to welcome you to Guidepost Montessori.

Requirements

  • Required ECE or Child Development credits
  • Bachelor's degree in Child Related field

Skills

  • Open spaces that encourage movement and exploration
  • Child-sized furniture and tools to support independence
  • Natural elements including cozy rugs, real plants, and abundant light
  • Beautiful, breakable materials made from wood, metal, and glass
  • Opportunities to climb, crawl, and explore without restrictive devices

Compensation

  • A collaborative, supportive network of peers and mentors
  • Clear opportunities for career growth and leadership advancement
  • $41,000-55,000
  • About Guidepost Montessori
  • Guidepost Montessori is a growing network of over 100 schools across the U.S. and Asia, serving children from 3 months to 6 years old in our Nido, Toddler, and Children's House programs.
  • We believe children are capable and we intentionally design environments that empower them to explore, grow, and flourish.
  • Competitive salary Salary Range: $41,000-55,000

Benefits

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid time off and paid holidays
  • 75% tuition discount for up to two children at any Guidepost school
  • Our mission is to transform education by nurturing independence, joy, and lifelong learning.

Equal opportunity

  • When requested, we are committed to reasonably accommodate employees and applicants with disabilities or special needs that may require an accommodation.

Visa & Work Authorization

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