About the job
Lead Preschool Teacher (Children’s House Guide)
Guidepost Montessori – Brooklyn, New York
Role Overview
Guidepost Montessori seeks a Lead Children’s House Guide to nurture curiosity and independence in children ages 3–6. This role centers on creating a welcoming, well-prepared Montessori classroom where each child’s academic, social, and emotional growth is supported through observation, personalized lessons, and respectful guidance.
What You Will Do
- Observe each child closely to understand and support their physical, intellectual, and emotional development.
- Prepare and maintain an organized, inviting classroom that encourages concentration and independence.
- Support children as they build self-confidence and learn to do things for themselves.
- Present individualized and small-group lessons in practical life, literacy, math, and other subjects.
- Develop strong, respectful relationships with children and their families.
- Communicate and collaborate with parents to support each child’s growth.
- Lead the classroom with warmth, professionalism, and purpose.
Inside the Montessori Classroom
Guidepost Children’s House classrooms are designed for beauty, order, and accessibility. Each space includes:
- Child-sized furniture and open floor space for individual and small-group work.
- Practical life materials for activities such as sweeping, food preparation, table setting, and environmental care.
- Curriculum elements that encourage independence in dressing, eating, and self-care.
- Hands-on materials for literacy, math, science, and cultural exploration.
Lead Guides at Guidepost Montessori help children build focus, confidence, and a sense of accomplishment. The classroom is a place where children choose meaningful work, practice until mastery, and take pride in their achievements.
