Part-Time Assistant Teacher

Job description

Do work that matters! Every single day. We are hiring a Part-Time Assistant Teacher for our lovely Guidepost Montessori school at Burr Ridge! This position is part-time (about 25 hours per week) and will ideally work Monday - Friday, 1:00pm - 6:00pm. 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...