Montessori Toddler Teacher

Montessori Toddler Teacher

We are now hiring a Lead Toddler Teacher for our beautiful Guidepost Montessori school in San Rafael. We are also offering a commute stipend to offset transportation costs. Salary is $48,000–55,000. Spanish speakers are encouraged to apply.

• 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, 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.

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, feeding, toilet learning, etc.
• Scientifically designed learning materials to develop fine and gross motor skills.
• 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 high chairs.

If you’re passionate about giving children the tools they need to succeed, eager to partner with parents on their child’s journey, and longing to join a collaborative community of peers, thenmall the team at Guidepost Montessori would love to hear from you.

• 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 openness to learning more.
• 12 Early Childhood Education (ECE) or Child Development credits.
• Earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Child Development or Early Childhood Education.

• Opportunity to contribute to a high‑quality Montessori program that serves the individual needs of each child.
• Sponsored Montessori diploma and ongoing professional development through the Prepared Montessorian Institute.
• 75% tuition discount for two children at any school in our network.
• A network of supportive peers and mentors who appreciate your valuable contributions and regularly share best practices.
• Abundant career growth and promotion opportunities.
• Competitive salary.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.

Guidepost Montessori is a growing network of 100 schools across the U.S. and Asia, serving children ages 0–6 in our Nido, Toddler, and Children’s House programs. We believe children are capable and we design an education for independence. Our mission is to radically transform education based on this belief—for children, parents, and educators.

Guidepost Global Education and Guidepost Montessori are committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity. We will not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, color, creed, religion, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity intelligible personal 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.

Seniority level: Entry level

Employment type: Full‑time

Job function: Training, Education, and Other

Industries: Primary and Secondary Education