Do you love working with young children? Have you been searching for a friendly team of educators who hold themselves to high standards? Have you been looking for a place where you can grow and learn and develop your career? Join our team and assist in a classroom that is transforming lives in the heart of Lincoln Park.
Your Role
We're looking for an enthusiastic, adaptable Assistant Guide (Teacher) who has a passion for working with children ages 0-6 to assist in multiple levels. This is a brand new school and a chance to be a part of the founding team and grow with the school.
This position is a full-time role (7:00am - 4:00pm) with great benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance, a 401K, a competitive rate of pay, and a generous 75% tuition discount for up to two children at our school.
This role is a great opportunity to get your foot in the door and learn more about Montessori education! Many of our Assistant Guides ultimately grow to take on Lead Guide roles over time, thanks to our accredited Montessori training program we offer to exceptional employees.
About You
Experience working with children ages 0-6 in a preschool, daycare, RIE or Reggio Emilia programs
Valid negative TB test and CPR/First Aid Certification
Ability to work well with other adults
Growth mindset and problem-solving approach
Familiarity with the Montessori approach to education is preferred but not required
Have obtained 30 college-level credits, including 6 ECE units, or have an up to date CDA
About Us
Guidepost Montessori is a community of trained educators who are driven by a deep desire to bring about widespread change in education today. To meet the needs of today's students and to bring about 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. To that end, we are committed to dramatically increasing the amount of high-fidelity, authentic Montessori programs, not only in the U.S. but around the globe!
If you love children and have been looking for the right opportunity to grow, join our school community by applying below!
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.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Training, Education, and Other
Industries
Primary and Secondary Education
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