Seasonal Assistant Teacher

The role

You will support Infant, Toddler, and Children's House (ages 3–6) classrooms during the holiday breaks. You will help prepare the learning space, observe children, and support individual and small-group activities.

What you will do

• Help keep classrooms running smoothly during the busy holiday break season
• Observe children closely to understand and support their individual needs
• Help prepare and maintain a beautiful, orderly classroom
• Support individual and small-group learning activities
• Build warm, respectful relationships with children and families
• Work alongside Lead Guides and the rest of the team

Required qualifications

• Experience working with young children (infants through age 6) in a school, childcare, camp, or nanny setting
• A positive, flexible, and team-minded attitude
• A love for working with young children
• Availability during school holiday breaks

Nice to have

• Montessori experience

Benefits

• Flexible scheduling, with full-time and part-time options
• A path to full-time employment for seasonal team members who are a strong fit
• Hands-on mentorship from experienced Montessori Lead Guides
• A supportive network of peers who value collaboration and shared best practices
• For team members who move into permanent roles: fully sponsored Montessori diploma training through the Prepared Montessorian Institute
• For team members who move into permanent roles: 75% tuition discount for up to two children at any Guidepost school
• For team members who move into permanent roles: health, dental, and vision insurance
• For team members who move into permanent roles: paid time off and holidays

Before you apply

• Montessori training is not required; the team will show you the ropes

About the company

Guidepost Montessori is a growing network of more than 80 schools across the U.S. and Asia, serving children from 3 months to 6 years old. The company focuses on nurturing independence, curiosity, and joy in children.