Administrative Assistant
Content + Source + Freshness • 14 Feb 2026 • 95% confidence
Offer value
This position in a growing education environment offers a competitive salary and various benefits, including significant tuition discounts, appealing to candidates passionate about education.
- Attractive benefits including substantial tuition discounts.
- Supportive team environment focused on children's development.
- Dynamic role blending administration and classroom assistance.
Pros
- Great benefits including a 75% discount on tuition for children.
- A supportive work environment focused on educational development.
- Clear communication regarding expectations and job responsibilities.
Cons
- Requires dual responsibilities, which may lead to workload stress.
- Experience working with children is critical, limiting candidate pool.
- Potential challenges managing administrative and classroom duties simultaneously.
Who it's for
Entry to Mid-level • On-site
Good fit
- Degree holders passionate about education
- Candidates with administrative and child care experience
- Individuals looking for career growth in educational settings
Not recommended for
- Those lacking relevant education or experience
- Individuals preferring a non-dynamic, purely administrative role
- Those averse to working with children in any capacity
Motivation fit
Key skills
About the job
Do you love working with children and their families? Do you want to grow your career in administration?
We're looking for an Administrative Assistant to join our team in a full-time capacity as soon as possible. The person we hire will spend half of their time in an administrative role, working at the front desk, answering phones, providing customer service, etc. The other half of the time will be spent in the classrooms, supporting teachers and children with the daily routine.
This position is a full-time role with great benefits including health, dental, and vision insurance, a 401K, a competitive rate of pay, and a generous 75% tuition discount for up to 2 children at our school.
This role is a great opportunity for someone who loves working with children, communicating with parents, and helping to keep daily school operations running smoothly.
About Us
Guidepost Montessori is a growing network of over 100 Montessori schools across the U.S. and Asia, serving children ages 0-6 in our Nido, Toddler, and Children’s House programs.
At Guidepost, we believe children are capable and we design an education for independence. We’re on a mission to radically transform education based on this belief—for children, parents, and educators!
Our mission? Children who fully experience and joyfully achieve their own development; children who can reach their highest potential and flourish—in school and in life!
We'd love to talk to you if you:
- Have a Bachelor's Degree
- Have loved your experiences working with children (inside the classroom or out -- as a tutor, camp counselor, coach, etc.)
- Have some previous customer service or administrative experience
- Have excellent communication and organizational skills
- Are comfortable with technology and learn new systems quickly
- Willingness to float between the classrooms and help out as needed
- Collaborate well with others
- Take pride in your work
What we offer:
- Ongoing professional development
- A network of supportive peers and mentors who regularly share best practices
- Career growth and promotion opportunities
- A competitive salary
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid time off and paid holidays
- 75% tuition discount for two children at any school in our network (we serve children 3 months through 6 years old)
- The opportunity to contribute to a high-quality Montessori program that serves the individual needs of each child
Come join our mission and apply below!
Guidepost Global Education and Guidepost Montessori are committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO). We will not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, color, creed, religion, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, alienage or citizenship, disability, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under applicable federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances. Our leadership is dedicated to ensuring the fulfillment of this policy. When requested, we are committed to reasonably accommodate employees and applicants with disabilities or special needs that may require an accommodation.
