Toddler Lead Teacher

Job overview

The Toddler Lead Teacher role is onsite in Downers Grove, IL, and pays $40,000–$50,000 per year depending on education and experience. The teacher supports Guidepost Montessori’s toddler program and its mission to nurture independence, joy, and lifelong learning. The role leads a mixed-age young toddler classroom, creating an orderly environment where children can explore, make choices, and develop foundational skills. Through observation, individualized lessons, and respectful guidance, the teacher supports children’s physical, emotional, cognitive, and language development while partnering with families.

What you'll do

• Observe children’s development
• prepare and maintain an orderly classroom
• encourage toddlers to do tasks independently
• provide lessons in practical life skills, language, grace, and courtesy
• build relationships with children and families
• communicate with parents
• and lead classroom routines in collaboration with team members.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

toddler lead teacher

downers grove il

onsite

$40,000-$50,000/year

montessori

early childhood education

toddler classroom

child development

family partnership

sponsored montessori training

ece credits

college degree

tuition discount

paid holidays

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Sponsored Montessori diploma training
• professional development
• health, dental, and vision insurance
• paid time off and holidays
• 75% tuition discount for up to two children
• peer and mentor network
• career growth opportunities.

Why this role

Sponsored Montessori diploma training and ongoing professional development; health, dental, and vision insurance; paid time off and holidays; 75% tuition discount for up to two children; peer and mentor network; career growth opportunities. Requires ECE or Child Development credits and a college degree in a child-related field; experience with children ages 0–3 is sought.

About the employer

Guidepost Montessori is hiring for this role. Industry: Child Care Services. Sector: 62.