Teacher Assistant
Guidepost Montessori
Overland Park, KS0–8 yrs1h agovia LinkedIn
About the Role
Guidepost Montessori is hiring Assistant Guides for its Leawood school, supporting children ages 0–6. This role is for individuals passionate about working with young children in a supportive, purpose-driven environment.
Your Impact
As an Assistant, you will support a mixed-age Montessori classroom (Infant, Toddler, and Children’s House ages 3–6). Your role involves creating a calm, engaging environment where children are empowered to explore, learn, and grow. You will assist in preparing learning spaces and support children through individualized and small-group activities with respect, patience, and care, helping them build confidence.
What You’ll Do
- Observe children closely to understand and support their individual needs
- Help prepare and maintain a beautiful, orderly classroom environment
- Support individual and small-group learning activities
- Build warm, respectful relationships with children and families
- Collaborate with Lead Guides and fellow team members to create a strong classroom community
What We’re Looking For
- Experience working with children ages 0-6 in a school or childcare setting
- A positive, adaptable, and collaborative mindset
- A genuine love for working with young children
- Interest in learning and growing within the Montessori approach (prior Montessori experience is welcome but not required)
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