Job detail
Assistant Teacher
Guidepost Montessori
FULL_TIME
Posted 4/3/2026
Location
Chicago, Illinois
Core responsibilities
The assistant guide supports a mixed-Age montessori classroom by observing children's needs and assisting with individualized learning activities. They also collaborate with lead guides to maintain an orderly, engaging environment and build respectful relationships with families.
Requirements summary
Candidates should have experience working with children in a school or childcare setting and possess a positive, collaborative mindset. An interest in learning and growing within the montessori educational approach is required.
CommunicationAdaptabilityObservationCollaborationPatienceChildcareMontessori approachClassroom managementEarly childhood education
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Paid holidays
- Paid time off
- Competitive pay
- Mentorship
- Professional development
- Fully sponsored Montessori diploma training
- 75% tuition discount