Job detail
Assistant Teacher
Guidepost Montessori
FULL_TIME
Posted 3/12/2026
Location
Wilton, Connecticut
Core responsibilities
The assistant guide will support a mixed-Age montessori classroom by observing children, maintaining the learning environment, and assisting with individualized and small-Group learning activities. A key focus is helping children develop independence, confidence, and a lifelong love of learning while building warm relationships with children and families.
Requirements summary
Candidates must have experience working with children aged 3–6 in a school or childcare setting and possess a positive, adaptable, and collaborative mindset. A genuine love for working with young children is essential, and interest in the montessori approach is desired, though prior experience is not required.
CommunicationAdaptabilityCollaborationPatienceChild ObservationClassroom SupportCareIndividualized LearningRespectful RelationshipsEnvironment PreparationSmall-Group Activities
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Paid holidays
- Paid time off
- Competitive pay
- Mentorship
- Ongoing professional development
- Fully sponsored Montessori diploma training
- Tuition discount for up to two children