Guidepost Montessori·Wilton, Connecticut
Provide continuity and support in classrooms for children ages 0-6 during planned teacher absences. Assist with daily routines and maintain a calm, nurturing Montessori learning environment.
Looking for flexible work with purpose? Join our Flexible Classroom Support (On-Call) team at Guidepost Montessori, where you can make a meaningful impact in children’s lives while maintaining a schedule that works for you. We’re seeking warm, dependable individuals to step into our classrooms and support our teaching teams when they’re out for planned time off. This is a great opportunity for someone who values flexibility but still wants to be part of a consistent, supportive school community.
This is an on-call, as-needed position, primarily supporting planned teacher absences (like PTO). While the role is flexible, it’s also predictable, you’ll typically receive your schedule 2 weeks to a month in advance, allowing you to plan ahead with confidence. You’ll support classrooms serving children ages 0–6, helping maintain a calm, engaging, and nurturing Montessori environment. ✨ Many of our on-call team members go on to become full-time Assistant Teachers—this is a great way to get your foot in the door! What You’ll Do Step into classrooms as needed to provide continuity and support Assist with daily routines and classroom activities across mixed-age groups Help maintain a calm, orderly, and engaging learning environment Support children with care, consistency, and respect Collaborate with school staff to ensure smooth transitions Model patience, professionalism, and warmth in every interaction Schedule & Flexibility As-needed, on-call role (no guaranteed weekly hours) Primarily supporting pre-planned absences (PTO coverage) Advance scheduling typically provided 2 weeks to 1 month ahead Ideal for those seeking flexible, supplemental, or part-time work What We’re Looking For Reliable and dependable with strong communication skills Warm, calm, and engaging presence with children Passion for working with children ages 0–6 Ability to adapt to different classrooms and teams Required: Ability to pass a state background check Preferred (not required): Early Childhood Education (ECE) credits Experience working with young children Why Guidepost Montessori? Guidepost Montessori is a global network of educators committed to helping children grow through independence, curiosity, and respect. We believe in creating environments where both children and adults thrive—and that includes offering flexible pathways into meaningful work in education. Interested? If you’re looking for a flexible role with purpose, where you can support children and be part of a mission-driven community—we’d love to connect. 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.
Candidates must be reliable and able to pass a state background check. Experience with young children or Early Childhood Education credits are preferred.
Market context
In Connecticut, classroom teacher roles are typically shaped by steady demand for candidates who can support student learning and meet school compliance requirements. These positions can be competitive because employers often look for a mix of classroom readiness, safety certifications, and relevant experience; here, the listed requirements include a valid CT driver’s license plus CPR, First Aid, and Medication Administration certifications. Job requirements and benefits on this platform are AI-summarized from the original job description, saving you research time, so review the source posting and confirm whether an Associate’s degree and Human Services experience are preferred or required before applying.
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