1d ago
Lead Toddler Teacher
Lincoln Park, Chicago
$40k-$50k / year
full-timeleadeducation
๐ผ 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.
๐ฏ 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
๐ 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
โจ Nice to Have
- Previously earned Montessori diploma
- Interest in pursuing sponsored Montessori certification
๐ Benefits & Perks
- ๐ Sponsored Montessori diploma training and ongoing professional development
- ๐ฅ Health, dental, and vision insurance
- ๐๏ธ Paid time off and paid holidays
- ๐ฐ 75% tuition discount for up to two children at any Guidepost school
๐จ Hiring Process
Estimated timeline: 2-4 weeks ยท AI estimate
- 1Application Reviewยท 1-2 weeks
- 2Phone Screenยท 30 min
- 3Interview with Hiring Managerยท 1 hour
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