1d ago

Lead Toddler Teacher

Lincoln Park, Chicago

$40k-$50k / year

full-timeleadeducation

๐Ÿ’ผ About This Role

You'll lead a mixed-age toddler classroom in a Montessori environment, helping children develop language, coordination, and confidence. You'll create a calm, purposeful space where toddlers explore and grow independently, laying the foundation for lifelong learning.

๐ŸŽฏ What You'll Do

  • Observe each child to support physical, emotional, and cognitive development
  • Prepare and maintain an orderly classroom fostering focus and independence
  • Provide lessons in practical life skills, language, and grace and courtesy
  • Collaborate with parents and team to create a respectful community

๐Ÿ“‹ Requirements

  • Experience working with children ages 0-3 in group care
  • Alignment with child-led educational approaches (Montessori, Reggio Emilia)
  • ECE or Child Development credits required
  • Bachelor's degree in a child-related field

โœจ Nice to Have

  • Previously earned Montessori diploma
  • Interest in pursuing sponsored Montessori certification

๐ŸŽ Benefits & Perks

  • ๐Ÿ“š Sponsored Montessori diploma training and ongoing professional development
  • ๐Ÿฅ Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • ๐Ÿ–๏ธ Paid time off and paid holidays
  • ๐Ÿ’ฐ 75% tuition discount for up to two children at any Guidepost school

๐Ÿ“จ Hiring Process

Estimated timeline: 2-4 weeks ยท AI estimate

  1. 1Application Reviewยท 1-2 weeks
  2. 2Phone Screenยท 30 min
  3. 3Interview with Hiring Managerยท 1 hour
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