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As a Lead Toddler Teacher at Guidepost Montessori, your main responsibilities will include preparing a nurturing and educational environment, providing individualized support to each child, conducting engaging lessons focused on practical life skills and language, and fostering personal connections within the classroom community. You will also observe and assess children’s progress to adapt learning experiences accordingly.

To qualify as a Lead Toddler Teacher at Guidepost Montessori, candidates should have experience working with children aged 0-3, a Bachelor’s degree in any field, and ideally possess Early Childhood Education (ECE) or Child Development credits. Familiarity with Montessori principles or child-led learning philosophies is also beneficial, and the opportunity to pursue Montessori certification is available.

The salary range for a Lead Toddler Teacher at Guidepost Montessori in Lynnwood, WA, is between $40,000 and $43,000 annually. This competitive salary comes along with various benefits, including a comprehensive health package and significant discounts on tuition for your children at any school within our network.

Guidepost Montessori emphasizes ongoing professional development to help educators grow. As a Lead Toddler Teacher, you will have access to fully-sponsored Montessori training through the Prepared Montessorian Institute, as well as regular workshops and mentorship programs to enhance your skills and teaching practices.

In the Montessori environment fostered by the Lead Toddler Teacher at Guidepost Montessori, toddlers benefit from a carefully prepared space that encourages independence, exploration, and deep learning. The environment supports each child's developmental needs and interests, allowing them to learn at their own pace through hands-on experiences with high-quality educational materials.

Discuss your approach to setting up a classroom that prioritizes safety, accessibility, and engagement. Give examples of how you would arrange materials and spaces to encourage independence, exploration, and social interaction among toddlers.

Share any experiences you have working within Montessori settings, including any training you’ve undergone. Highlight specific strategies you’ve used to implement Montessori principles in your teaching.

Explain your conflict resolution strategies, emphasizing the importance of guiding children to understand their emotions and addressing issues peacefully. Share a specific scenario where you successfully mediated a conflict.

Talk about creative methods you utilize to capture toddlers' interests, such as hands-on activities, interactive storytelling, and use of sensory materials. Share examples that have been effective in keeping toddlers engaged.

Discuss your approach to observation and documentation. Describe how you track individual children's progress in different areas, including social, emotional, and cognitive development, and how you communicate this to parents.

Express your view on the importance of parent involvement and collaboration in supporting their children’s education. Share specific strategies you've used to engage parents and keep them informed about their child's development.

Describe your approach to adapting lessons and environment for children with diverse learning needs. Emphasize your commitment to inclusivity and providing personalized support while ensuring that all children thrive.

Share your classroom management philosophy, including techniques to promote positive behavior and self-regulation among toddlers. Provide examples of how you establish rules and routines effectively.

Explain your methods for fostering independence, such as providing opportunities for self-directed activities, allowing children to make choices, and encouraging problem-solving. Share specific instances where you've seen growth in a child's independence.

Articulate your passion for Montessori education and express your admiration for Guidepost Montessori's commitment to quality education. Mention any specific aspects of their mission, community, or professional development opportunities that resonate with you.