Job Summary
We are seeking a passionate and experienced Lead Certified Montessori Guide to join our vibrant early childhood education team in the Children’s House program. As a Lead Guide, you will inspire young learners through a nurturing, engaging, and developmentally appropriate Montessori environment. Your role is to foster independence, curiosity, and a love of learning while ensuring a safe, inclusive, and stimulating classroom experience. You will lead classroom activities, develop curriculum plans aligned with Montessori principles, and mentor assistant guides to uphold the highest standards of early childhood education. This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact on children's growth and development in a dynamic educational setting.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement comprehensive Montessori curriculum plans that promote literacy, math, physical education, and social-emotional learning tailored to children’s individual needs.
- Create a warm, welcoming classroom environment that encourages exploration, independence, and respect for each child's unique developmental journey.
- Lead daily classroom activities, lessons, and routines that support childhood development milestones in areas such as language acquisition, fine and gross motor skills, and behavior management.
- Observe and assess children’s progress regularly, utilizing standardized testing methods when appropriate to inform instruction and support early intervention strategies.
- Collaborate with parents and guardians through clear communication about children’s achievements, challenges, and developmental goals.
- Mentor assistant guides and support staff by providing guidance on classroom management techniques, lesson planning, and Montessori methodology best practices.
- Maintain accurate documentation of student progress and ensure compliance with licensing standards and educational regulations.
Requirements
- Valid certification as a Montessori Guide for Children’s House (ages 3-6) from an accredited training program.
- Proven classroom management skills with experience working with preschool or early childhood learners in a Montessori setting or similar environment.
- Strong knowledge of childhood development theories, curriculum development, special education strategies including early intervention techniques, and behavior management practices.
- Demonstrated ability to develop engaging lesson plans that incorporate literacy education, math concepts, physical education activities, and social-emotional learning components.
- Excellent communication skills for collaborating with families, colleagues, and community partners to support child welfare and holistic development.
- Experience with standardized testing procedures relevant to early childhood education is preferred but not required.
- Ability to lead by example in fostering an inclusive environment that respects diverse backgrounds and learning styles. Join us in shaping the future by nurturing curious minds through innovative Montessori teaching! We are committed to supporting our educators’ professional growth while providing an enriching environment where children thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.
Pay: $26.66 - $32.10 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
