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Assistant Teacher

Guidepost Montessori

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#Education#Professional Development#Child Development#Classroom Environment#Mentorship#Early Childhood Education#Childcare#Montessori#Assistant Guide
#Prepared Montessorian Institute
Full TimeOn Site0-2 yrsPosted 2 months ago

Location

Columbus, Ohio

Quick overview

The Assistant Guide supports a mixed-age Montessori classroom by observing children's needs and maintaining an orderly, engaging learning environment. They collaborate with Lead Guides to facilitate small-group activities and foster respectful relationships with children and 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 approach is essential for this role.

CommunicationAdaptabilityObservationCollaborationPatienceChildcareClassroom managementEarly childhood developmentMontessori education

Job description

  • Do work that matters!
  • Every single day.
  • We are hiring Assistant Guides for our lovely Guidepost Montessori school at Worthington!
  • At Guidepost Montessori, our Assistant Guides play a meaningful role in helping children ages 0–6 develop independence, confidence, and a lifelong love of learning.
  • If you’re passionate about working with young children and want to grow in a supportive, purpose-driven environment, we’d love to meet you.
  • Your Impact As an Assistant Guide, you’ll support a mixed-age Montessori classroom (Infant, Toddler, and Children’s House ages 3–6), helping create a calm, engaging environment where children are empowered to explore, learn, and grow at their own pace.
  • In a Montessori classroom, the environment and the guide work together to support each child’s development.
  • You’ll assist in preparing beautiful, intentional learning spaces and support children through individualized and small-group activities—always with respect, patience, and care.
  • Most importantly, you’ll help children build confidence in themselves and discover what they’re capable of achieving.
  • What You’ll Do Observe children closely to understand and support their individual needs Help prepare and maintain a beautiful, orderly classroom environment Support individual and small-group learning activities Build warm, respectful relationships with children and families Collaborate with Lead Guides and fellow team members to create a strong classroom community What We’re Looking For Experience working with children ages 3–6 in a school or childcare setting A positive, adaptable, and collaborative mindset A genuine love for working with young children Interest in learning and growing within the Montessori approach (prior Montessori experience is welcome but not required)

What We Offer

Fully sponsored Montessori diploma training through the Prepared Montessorian Institute Ongoing professional development and mentorship 75% tuition discount for up to two children at any Guidepost school Competitive pay Health, dental, and vision insurance Paid time off and paid holidays Abundant opportunities for growth and career advancement A supportive network of peers who value collaboration and shared best practices About Guidepost Montessori Guidepost Montessori is a growing network of over 100 schools across the U.S. and Asia, serving children from 3 months to 6 years old. We believe children are capable and we design an education that nurtures independence, curiosity, and joy. Our mission is to transform education by helping every child reach their highest potential academically, socially, and emotionally. If you love working with children and are looking for a role where you can grow, make an impact, and be part of something meaningful, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and join our school community! Guidepost Global Education and Guidepost Montessori 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.

Benefits

  • Health insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Paid holidays
  • Paid time off
  • Mentorship
  • Professional development
  • Tuition discount
  • Fully sponsored Montessori diploma training

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We are on a mission to bring high-quality Montessori education, everywhere. Our approach is focused on empowering a child's growing independence to enable them to flourish in the world. Our curriculum is high-agency and focused on the individual child, balancing the development...

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