Lead Guide - Kindergarten - Competitive Pay

Primary Responsibilities Include:

Lead a model classroom of Kindergarten-age students; Create and maintain an aesthetically appealing, safe, and clean Montessori prepared environment; Provide close supervision to children, always making sure they are safe and the group is in compliance with state-mandated teacher to child ratios; Work closely with Assistant Guide(s) to ensure a high-quality Montessori environment is established and maintained; Present sequential Montessori lessons in accordance with the Guidepost Montessori Standards as established in training; Observe each child, regularly document his or her progress, strengths, interests, and areas for improvement; Apply knowledge of Montessori principles to ensure each child's individual needs are met; Interact with children in a warm, joyful, respectful manner that fosters their independence; Implement feedback provided by other Lead Guides, Montessori Mentor, and Campus Director; Problem-solve challenging student issues with other Lead Guides, Montessori Mentor, and Campus Director; Open classroom to regular parent tours; Open classroom to observation by parents and other staff members; Provide exceptional customer service to parents; Communicate regularly with each parent in an individualized manner using approved communication tools provided by Guidepost Montessori (i.e. email, Facebook, photo-sharing software, newsletters, etc.); Provide cumulative, formal feedback to parents on student progress, which might include twice-yearly parent-teacher conferences, progress reports, and/or portfolio preparation; Meet with parents on an individualized basis to discuss and resolve student issues as they arise; Create a strong community on campus; Participate in regular staff meetings; Participate in one on one meetings with supervisor and Montessori Mentor; Participate in community outreach, campus celebrations, and parent information events actively; Participate and pursue annual professional development.

Minimum Requirements for Position:

Montessori Primary Diploma from the Association Montessori Internationale, American Montessori Society, or equivalent plus 6 months of teaching experience in Montessori environment.

About Us

Guidepost Montessori is a growing network of 120+ Montessori schools, serving children ages 0-12 in our Nido, Toddler, Children's House, and Elementary programs. And with schools from Shanghai to Paris and California to New York, as well as virtual school and homeschooling support, there are countless opportunities for passionate educators to support children on their individual path to success.

At Guidepost, we believe children are capable and we design an education for independence. We're on a mission to radically transform education based on this belief—for children, parents, and educators!

Our mission? Children who fully experience and joyfully achieve their own development; children who can reach their highest potential and flourish—in school and in life!

If you love children and have been looking for the right opportunity to grow, join our school community by applying below!