Job detail
Assistant Teacher
Guidepost Montessori
FULL_TIME
Posted 4/6/2026
Location
Chicago, Illinois
Core responsibilities
The assistant guide supports a mixed-Age montessori classroom by observing children's needs and assisting in the preparation of an orderly learning environment. They collaborate with lead guides to facilitate small-Group activities and foster a supportive classroom community.
Requirements summary
Candidates should have experience working with children ages 3–6 in a school or childcare setting and possess a positive, collaborative mindset. A genuine interest in the montessori approach is required, though prior specific montessori experience is not mandatory.
professional certificateCommunicationAdaptabilityObservationCollaborationPatienceMontessori approachChild developmentClassroom managementInstructional support
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Paid holidays
- Paid time off
- Mentorship
- Professional development
- Fully sponsored Montessori diploma training
- 75% tuition discount