Are you an Early Childhood Educator who is passionate about guiding young children to more independence? If so, then join us on our mission to dramatically increase the accessibility of authentic Montessori education to children around the world!

We are now hiring a Lead Teacher and Assistant Teachers for our Infant, Toddler, and Children's House (ages 3-6) classroom as we work to grow our Montessori school in the Kildeer, IL area!

What we offer:

Sponsored MACTE-accredited Montessori Teacher Diploma ($5,000 value)
75% tuition discount for two children at any school in our network (we serve children 3 months through 12th grade)
Flexible paid time off and paid holidays
Competitive salary
Excellent compensation package including health, dental, and vision insurance, and a retirement 401(k) account
Ongoing professional development and a network of supportive peers and mentors who regularly share best practices
Career growth and promotion opportunities in our national network

We'd love to talk to you if you:

A degree in ECE or Child Development or CDA preferred; minimum of 6 college units in Early Childhood Education or Child Development
At least 1 year of work experience with 0-6 year old children
Are interested in free training to become Montessori certified, or currently have a 0-3 or 3-6 diploma
Have experience with the appropriate ages in a group setting, such as a preschool, daycare, childcare, nursery, or Reggio Emilia center
Help children by giving them the tools to become independent
Are open to guiding your colleagues, and be guided by them in turn
Are eager to partner with parents on their child's journey
Take pride in your work and are friendly with error
Get energized and inspired by working with children!

Want to learn more about us?

Guidepost Montessori is a community of educators who truly believe that to meet the needs of today's students and to bring true progress in the world around us, we need an education model that fosters independence and develops competent, capable, action-oriented thinkers and change agents.

Apply today to join our team!

Higher Ground Education, Guidepost Montessori, and Academy of Thought and Industry are committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO). We will not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, color, creed, religion, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, alienage or citizenship, disability, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under applicable federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances. Our leadership is dedicated to ensuring the fulfillment of this policy. When requested, we are committed to reasonably accommodate employees and applicants with disabilities or special needs that may require an accommodation.

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Lead and Assistant Teachers