Guidepost Montessori
Toddler Teacher Job at Guidepost Montessori in Deerfield
Guidepost Montessori, Deerfield, IL, US
We are now hiring a Lead Toddler Teacher for our beautiful Guidepost Montessori school at Deerbrook! Join us in creating an environment where toddlers are supported in their natural development-growing in independence, confidence, and curiosity.
Your Role We're looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated Toddler Teacher to support a mixed-age class of toddlers in a Montessori setting. In a Montessori classroom, teachers thoughtfully prepare an environment that fosters independence and captivates a child's natural interest. They provide personalized support, working with children one-on-one and in small groups to guide them through hands-on materials and meaningful activities. Because of this individualized approach, children have the freedom to explore, choose their work, and build confidence in their capabilities. As a Lead Toddler Teacher, you will play a crucial role in helping each child reach their highest potential.
As a Lead Toddler Teacher, You Will:
Your Role We're looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated Toddler Teacher to support a mixed-age class of toddlers in a Montessori setting. In a Montessori classroom, teachers thoughtfully prepare an environment that fosters independence and captivates a child's natural interest. They provide personalized support, working with children one-on-one and in small groups to guide them through hands-on materials and meaningful activities. Because of this individualized approach, children have the freedom to explore, choose their work, and build confidence in their capabilities. As a Lead Toddler Teacher, you will play a crucial role in helping each child reach their highest potential.
As a Lead Toddler Teacher, You Will:
- Observe and respond to each child's developmental needs-physical, emotional, and intellectual
- Prepare a beautiful, orderly classroom that encourages exploration, trust, and deep learning
- Cultivate independence by helping children do things for themselves with confidence and pride
- Give lessons that support language development, practical life skills, and social-emotional growth
- Build strong, respectful relationships with each child
- Partner with families to ensure consistent, individualized support across home and school
- Spacious areas for movement and exploration
- Child-sized furniture and real, functional objects
- Materials that support toilet learning, dressing, feeding, and care of the environment
- Natural light, cozy rugs, and live plants
- Real materials (wood, metal, glass) rather than plastic
- Objects to climb, crawl, and investigate-no walkers or highchairs here!
- Have experience working with children ages 0-3 in daycare, preschool, or similar settings
- Hold (or are willing to earn) a Montessori diploma through our fully-sponsored training program
- Are familiar with, or open to learning, child-led education models like Montessori or Reggio Emilia
- Have 12 Early Childhood Education (ECE) or Child Development credits
- Hold a Bachelor's degree in ECE, Child Development, or a related field
- A chance to be part of a high-quality Montessori program that supports the whole child
- Fully-sponsored Montessori training through the Prepared Montessorian Institute
- 75% tuition discount for up to two children in our network of schools (ages 3 months-12 years)
- Ongoing professional development and collaboration with passionate peers
- Abundant opportunities for career growth and leadership roles
- Competitive salary
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid time off and paid holidays