Now Hiring: Lead Toddler Teacher at Guidepost Montessori – Duluth Campus Are you passionate about early childhood education and ready to nurture toddlers in an environment built for exploration, independence, and growth? Join us at our beautiful Guidepost Montessori school in Duluth as a Lead Toddler Guide ! About the Role We're looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Lead Guide (Teacher) to support a mixed-age classroom of toddlers in a Montessori setting. As a Montessori Lead Guide, you'll create a thoughtfully prepared environment that supports each child's independence, curiosity, and confidence. You'll provide personalized guidance through one-on-one and small group lessons, introducing children to hands-on materials and rich language to help them understand the world around them. Montessori classrooms give children the freedom to choose their work and follow their interests—building essential skills, self-esteem, and a deep love of learning. We're seeking a Lead Guide who is ready to bring their best and help every child reach their full potential. What You'll Do As a Toddler Lead Guide at Guidepost, you will: Carefully observe each child to meet their individual developmental needs

Prepare a beautiful, orderly space that encourages exploration, trust, and independence

Foster self-confidence by helping children "do it themselves"

Provide engaging lessons in practical life, language, and social-emotional development

Build respectful, nurturing relationships with children

Collaborate with families to provide the best care and support

The Montessori Classroom At Guidepost, every toddler classroom is fully equipped with high-quality Montessori materials and thoughtfully designed to promote independence and discovery. You'll have the freedom and resources to personalize your space while following the principles of order and beauty. Our toddler environments include: Open spaces for movement and exploration

Child-sized furniture and tools

Curriculum designed to support self-care, toileting, and motor development

Materials made from natural, breakable materials like wood and glass

Real-life objects to encourage meaningful work—not devices like walkers or highchairs

Cozy touches like rugs, plants, and plenty of natural light

We're Looking For Someone Who: Has experience working with children ages 0–3 in group care settings

Is eager to pursue (or already holds) a Montessori credential—we'll sponsor your training!

Is familiar with child-led approaches like Montessori or Reggio, or open to learning more

Holds a Bachelor's Degree (any field)

Has completed or is working toward Early Childhood Education or Child Development coursework

What We Offer A chance to be part of a high-quality Montessori program

Fully-sponsored Montessori diploma and ongoing training

75% tuition discount for up to two children

A supportive community of educators and mentors

Clear paths for career growth and leadership opportunities

Competitive salary and benefits including health, dental, vision

Paid holidays and PTO

About Guidepost Montessori Guidepost Montessori is a global network of 100+ schools, serving children from infancy through elementary. Our mission is to help every child reach their full potential by offering an education for independence—and we're transforming education by putting that belief into action. If you're inspired to make a lasting impact and grow in your teaching journey, we'd love to connect with you! Apply today and join a community that's changing education for the better.

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.