Toddler Lead Guide; ages 16-35 months

Position Summary

Sunny Hollow is seeking a Lead Guide to help open a Toddler Community in September 2026. The Lead Guide serves as an educational leader in the Montessori classroom and holds primary responsibility for creating and sustaining an authentic Montessori environment that supports the academic, social, emotional, and developmental needs of children. The Lead Guide works in close collaboration with colleagues, families, and support professionals, to ensure the holistic success of each student.

The start date for this role is negotiable but no later than August 24, 2026.

• Bachelor’s Degree (BA or BS) required.
• AMI or AMS Teaching Diploma/Credential appropriate to program level, or currently enrolled in a recognized training program.
• 1-3 years of teaching experience in a Montessori school setting.

• Completion of all annual training as required by DHS and OSHA, as applicable.
• Demonstrated understanding of Montessori philosophy and methodology.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.

• Prepare and maintain a high-quality Montessori learning environment that supports optimal growth and development across all domains.
• Deliver presentations to large groups, small groups, and individuals, aligned with Montessori curriculum and student readiness.
• Develop and implement individualized curriculum plans and classroom interventions to meet each student’s needs.
• Maintain accurate and timely student records using Transparent Classroom.
• Support children in developing independence, responsibility, and a love of learning.

• Ensure the safety and well-being of all students at all times.
• Supervise students throughout the school day, including classroom, hallways, outdoor areas, and other shared spaces.
• Help maintain a clean, organized, and inviting classroom, hallway, storage, and outdoor environment.

• Prepare and send classroom newsletters at least once per month or per academic cycle.
• Upload a minimum of two photos per month per child to Transparent Classroom.
• Prepare for and attend biannual family conferences twice a year and additional conferences as needed.
• Meet with prospective students and families as part of the school’s admissions and enrollment process.
• Attend and support school-wide events including parent education, student performances, exhibitions, and community celebrations.

• Work collaboratively with Tier 2 and Tier 3 support professionals to meet the needs of all students.
• Support smooth transitions between program levels by coordinating with colleagues.
• Attend scheduled meetings including:
  One-on-One, Lead Guide, Team, Level, Cross-Level, All Staff, Committee, IEP, and Child Study meetings.

• Participate in self-assessment and peer evaluation in alignment with school professional development processes.
• Set annual professional goals with ongoing relevant professional development aligned with these goals.
• Participate in family education, community-building, and retention efforts as outlined in the school calendar and handbook.
• Attend and actively participate in school fundraising events and initiatives as part of school wide advancement efforts.

• Wet the vision and tone for the classroom culture and operations.
• Hold weekly team meetings with the Assistant Guides.
• Support the training and development of the Assistant in Montessori philosophy, classroom practices, and expectations.
• Provide regular feedback and participate in annual performance evaluation.

• Manage the classroom budget and in alignment with school procedures.
• Assist in the planning and attending overnight or extended trips, if applicable.

• Ability to sit on the floor and move easily to engage with children at their level.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the day.
• Frequent bending, kneeling, crouching, and reaching as part of daily classroom activities.
• Ability to…