Guidepostmontessori
Spanish Lead Teacher
Folsom, CA. Posted 2 days ago
The role
You will lead a mixed-age preschool classroom for children ages 1.5 to 3 in a Montessori environment. You will prepare the classroom, observe each child, and give individualized and small-group lessons.
What you will do
- Observe each child closely to support their physical, intellectual and emotional development
- Prepare and maintain a beautiful, orderly classroom that fosters concentration and independence
- Encourage self-confidence by supporting children as they learn to do it themselves
- Provide individualized and small-group lessons in practical life, literacy, math and beyond
- Build strong, respectful relationships with children and families
- Communicate and collaborate with parents to support each child's growth
- Lead your classroom with warmth, professionalism and purpose
Required qualifications
- Experience working with children ages 1.5-3 in a group learning environment
- Alignment with child-led philosophies such as Montessori
- Required ECE or Child Development credits
Benefits
- Sponsored Montessori diploma training through the Prepared Montessorian Institute
- Ongoing professional development and mentorship
- Health, dental and vision insurance
- Paid time off and paid holidays
- 75% tuition discount for up to two children at any Guidepost school
- A supportive network of passionate educators
- Clear opportunities for career growth and leadership advancement
Before you apply
- Montessori diploma for ages 0-3, or willingness to obtain certification (fully sponsored)
About the company
Guidepost Montessori is a growing network of over 100 schools across the U.S. and Asia, serving children ages 3 months to 6 years. It aims to design learning environments that cultivate independence, joy and lifelong curiosity.