Toddler Teacher

Lead Toddler Teacher

We are now hiring a Lead Toddler Teacher at Guidepost Montessori in Bridgewater, New Jersey.

We’re looking for an enthusiastic, dedicated Lead Guide to support a mixed‑age class of toddler children in a Montessori environment.

As a Montessori Guide, you will prepare an environment that fosters independence, observe each child closely to understand and meet their physical, intellectual, and emotional needs, cultivate independence and self‑confidence by helping children ‘do it all by themselves’, provide lessons to encourage practical life skills, language, and grace and courtesy, form personal connections with each child, and communicate and collaborate respectfully with parents to provide the best possible care for every child.

• Observe each child closely to understand and meet their physical, intellectual, and emotional needs
• Prepare a beautiful, orderly environment that fosters trust, exploration, deep learning, and independence
• Cultivate independence and self‑confidence by helping children ‘do it all by themselves’
• Provide lessons to encourage practical life skills, language, and grace and courtesy
• Form personal connections with each child and cultivate a community of respect
• Communicate and collaborate respectfully with parents to provide the best possible care for every child

Every classroom at Guidepost comes equipped with the full range of high‑quality Montessori materials for the infant/toddler curriculum, as well as a budget for guides to personalize their space. Each classroom is set up according to the Montessori principles of beauty and order and is designed to enable every child to explore, learn, and confidently achieve their independence.

• Abundant open space to move and explore
• Child‑sized furniture and objects to facilitate independence
• Curriculum for independence in: dressing themselves, feeding themselves, toilet learning etc.
• Scientifically designed learning materials to develop fine and gross motor skills and so much more
• Cozy rugs, real plants, and plenty of natural light
• Breakable objects made from natural materials like wood, metal, and glass rather than plastic
• Objects to climb, crawl over, and explore instead of baby‑holding devices like walkers and highchairs

• Interested in pursuing certified Montessori training through our Prepared Montessorian Institute (fully‑sponsored) or have previously obtained a Montessori diploma
• Experience working with children ages 0‑3 in a group setting such as daycare, aftercare, or nursery
• Familiarity with child‑led philosophies such as Reggio Emilia or Montessori and/or open to learning more
• Earned a Bachelor’s Degree in a child‑related field

• The opportunity to contribute to a high‑quality Montessori program that serves the individual needs of each child
• 75% tuition discount for two children at any school in our network (we serve children from 3‑month‑old through 6 years old)
• A network of supportive peers and mentors who appreciate your valuable contributions and regularly share best practices
• Abundant career growth and promotion opportunities
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and paid holidays

Guidepost Montessori is a growing network of 100 schools across U.S. and Asia, serving children ages 0‑6 in our Nido, Toddler, and Children’s House programs. At Guidepost, 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!

Guidepost Global Education and Guidepost Montessori are committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO). We will not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, 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 protected basis under applicable federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances.

Our leadership is dedicated to ensuring the fulfillment of this policy. When requested, we are committed to reasonably accommodate employees and applicants with disabilities or special needs that may require an accommodation.