Guidepost Montessori
Lead Childcare Teacher
Naperville, Illinois
Sponsorship not specified$40k-$50kDetected 21 days ago
Leadership
About the role
- Shape a child's very first learning experiences.
- In Montessori, the environment and the guide work together to nurture independence, curiosity, and confidence.
- You'll thoughtfully prepare the classroom, observe each child closely, and provide individualized care that honors their unique rhythms and needs.
Responsibilities
- Observe each child to understand and support their physical, emotional, and cognitive development
- Prepare and maintain a beautiful, orderly environment that fosters trust, movement, and exploration
- Support independence by encouraging children to participate in care activities
- Build warm, meaningful relationships with children and families
- Partner closely with parents to support each child's growth and development
- Lead and collaborate with classroom team members to create a strong, respectful community
- Every Guidepost infant and toddler classroom is fully equipped with high-quality Montessori materials and thoughtfully designed to support movement, exploration, and independence.
- Curriculum that supports independence in feeding, dressing, and toileting
- Scientifically designed materials for fine and gross motor development
- At Guidepost Montessori, our Lead Infant and Toddler Teachers create calm, nurturing environments where children are respected as capable individuals from the very beginning.
Requirements
- Experience working with children ages 0-3 in a daycare, preschool, or early childcare setting
- Required ECE or Child Development credits
- Bachelor's degree (Child related field)
Compensation
- A collaborative community of peers and mentors
- Clear pathways for career growth and leadership advancement
Benefits
- Competitive salary: $40,000 - $50,000 depending on experience and education
- 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.
Visa & Work Authorization
- 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
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