- Company: Guidepost Montessori
- Location: Evanston
- Salary: $40,000–$50,000/yr
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Join Guidepost Montessori's teaching team as a Lead Toddler Teacher in Evanston, Illinois. This full-time position offers you the opportunity to guide young learners through developmentally appropriate Montessori experiences that build foundational skills and nurture a love of learning.
About the Role
As a Lead Toddler Teacher at Guidepost Montessori, you'll design and facilitate enriching classroom experiences for toddlers in our Evanston location. You'll prepare thoughtfully arranged learning environments that encourage self-directed activity, develop gross and fine motor skills, and foster language development. Working with Montessori principles, you'll observe each child's progress, adapt activities to individual developmental needs, and create a structured yet flexible routine that supports growing autonomy and confidence.
What You'll Do
- Prepare and maintain Montessori-aligned classroom spaces that invite exploration and independent work
- Introduce and guide toddlers through sensorial and practical life activities tailored to their developmental stage
- Observe children carefully to assess progress, inform lesson planning, and communicate growth to families
- Support language development through conversation, storytelling, songs, and music activities
- Model and teach care of self, care of environment, and respectful community behaviors
- Collaborate with families through regular updates, conferences, and partnership in the child's development
- Maintain a safe, clean, and organized learning environment that reflects Montessori philosophy
What We're Looking For
- Montessori certification or credential (or willingness to pursue) for the toddler/infant age group
- Experience working with toddlers in an educational or childcare setting
- Deep understanding of early childhood development and Montessori pedagogy
- Patience, warmth, and genuine enthusiasm for supporting young children's growth
- Strong communication skills and ability to partner respectfully with families
- Ability to maintain composure in a dynamic, active environment
- Commitment to ongoing professional development in early childhood education
About Guidepost Montessori
Guidepost Montessori operates schools across the United States dedicated to the Montessori method of education. We believe in nurturing curious, capable, and compassionate learners by preparing environments and selecting guides who honor each child's unique developmental journey. Our community in Evanston and Cook County reflects our commitment to educational excellence and child-centered learning.
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- Role Lead Toddler Teacher
- Employer Guidepost Montessori
- Location Evanston
- Type Full Time
- Pay (from listing) $40,000–$50,000/yr
- Posted June 21, 2026
- Apply by 2026-08-08
- Country context US
- Overview Full original description on this page (359 words; rewritten for clarity, not a teaser paste)
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