Guidepost Montessori is seeking a Lead Toddler Spanish Teacher for their school in South Naperville, Illinois. The Lead Guide will support a mixed-age class of toddler-age children in a Montessori environment. The role involves preparing an environment that fosters independence and captivates a child’s interest, providing personalized support, and working with children individually and in small groups.
Observing each child to understand their needs
Preparing an orderly environment
Cultivating independence and self-confidence
Providing lessons to encourage practical life skills, language, and grace and courtesy
Forming personal connections with each child
Communicating and collaborating with parents
An ideal candidate:
Is interested in pursuing Montessori training or has a Montessori diploma
Has experience working with children ages 0-3
Is familiar with child-led philosophies
Has 12 Early Childhood Education (ECE) or Child Development credits
Has earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Child Development, ECE, or a related subject
Is fluent or native in Spanish
Guidepost Montessori offers:
Sponsored Montessori diploma and professional development
Guidepost Montessori is a network of schools across the U.S. and Asia, providing education for children aged 0-12. It offers Nido, Toddler, Children’s House, and Elementary programs, emphasizing child-led learning and independence. Guidepost fosters environments designed to promote exploration, skill development, and confidence. The curriculum focuses on personalized support, practical life skills, language development, and community building. The organization aims to cultivate each child's full potential in school and life.