Job Description
Guidepost Montessori School at Mill Valley is seeking a Lead Children's House Guide to empower 3 to 6-year-olds. This role offers the opportunity to foster independence, self-confidence, and a love of learning in a Montessori environment. The Lead Guide will support a mixed-age class of preschool children, preparing an environment that fosters independence and captivates a child’s interest. They will provide personalized support, working with children individually and in small groups, demonstrating how to use materials, and giving precise language to understand their experiences.
Role Involves:
- Observing each child to understand their needs.
- Preparing an orderly environment for concentration and learning.
- Cultivating independence and self-confidence.
- Providing individual and small-group lessons.
- Forming personal connections and cultivating a community of respect.
- Communicating and collaborating with parents.
Ideal Candidate Has:
- Obtained or is willing to obtain a Montessori diploma for 3-6.
- Experience working with children ages 3-6 in a group setting.
- Familiarity with child-led philosophies or open to learning more.
- 12 Early Childhood Education (ECE) or Child Development credits.
- Earned a Bachelor’s Degree (ECE or Child Development).
What Guidepost Montessori Offers:
- Opportunity to contribute to a high-quality Montessori program.
- Sponsored Montessori diploma and ongoing professional development.
- 75% tuition discount for two children at any school in our network.
- A network of supportive peers and mentors.
- Abundant career growth and promotion opportunities.
- A competitive salary.
- Health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Paid time off and paid holidays.