Substitute Teacher - Evanston, IL

Posted 17 days ago

guidepost montessoriEvanston (IL)

Substitute Teachers, Short-Term Elementary and Secondary Schools

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About the role

Substitute Teacher - Evanston, ILLooking for a flexible role working with children in a meaningful, supportive environment? Join our on-call Substitute Teacher team at Guidepost Montessori! We're always excited to welcome warm, dependable substitute guides to support our mixed-age Montessori classrooms when our full-time teachers are out. No formal Montessori training is required, we'll provide training as part of your orientation and onboarding.

About the Role: This is an on-call, as-needed position, ideal for individuals seeking flexible hours while making a positive impact on young children. As a Substitute Teacher, you'll support multiple classrooms serving children ages 0–6, helping maintain a calm, engaging, and nurturing learning environment. Many of our substitute teachers go on to become full-time Assistant Teachers, making this a great opportunity to get your foot in the door at Guidepost Montessori.

What You'll Do:

Step into classrooms as needed to support children and maintain consistency
Assist with daily routines and classroom activities across mixed-age groups
Help create a warm, safe, and engaging environment for children
Collaborate with school staff to ensure smooth transitions and continuity of care
Model patience, professionalism, and kindness in every interaction
Schedule & Flexibility
Hours and days vary based on school needs
Perfect for those seeking part-time, flexible, or supplemental work

Minimum Qualifications:

Negative TB test within the last 12 months
Valid state background check
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Warm, friendly, and dependable demeanor
Passion for working with young children
Preferred (but not required):Early Childhood Education (ECE) units
Recent experience working with children ages 0–6Why Guidepost Montessori?
Guidepost Montessori is a global community of educators dedicated to transforming education through independence, curiosity, and respect for each child.
We are committed to expanding high-quality, authentic Montessori programs across the U.S. and around the world creating environments where children and educators alike can thrive.
If you love children, value flexibility, and are looking for a meaningful way to grow in early childhood education, we'd love to meet you.
Apply today and become part of our school community!

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