Preschool Assistant Teacher

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic preschool teacher to plan and implement an ongoing program of activities that promote the social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development of each child in accordance with the Montessori approach to teaching and learning.

Primary Responsibilities:
Is responsible for the overall supervision and daily class functions of a group of children.
Observes all rules and regulations at My Quest Montessori and the local, state, or national regulatory agencies pertaining to the health, safety, and care of children.
Implements the approved lesson plans and daily classroom schedule in accordance with the curriculum and programming.
Maintains an attractive, well-kept classroom that encourages children to create, explore and make decisions with confidence.
Provides verbal recognition and acceptance to children while providing clear and consistent expectations for the children's behavior.
Accepts responsibility for maintenance and necessary housekeeping duties of the classroom, common use areas, and playgrounds.
Maintains overall professional personal appearance adhering to the guidelines offered in the My Quest Montessori Employee Handbook
Assists in other capacities that Director, or designee, determines are necessary.

Desired Skills and experience:
Must meet basic requirements of local child care regulatory agency.
Previous teaching or assistant teaching position in a licensed childhood program preferred.
Knowledge of the social, emotional, and creative needs of young children
Must be able to lift up to 35 lbs. in connection with the handling of children for the facilitation of programs, child safety, and potential emergency situations. Must be flexible to work from 6:30 am to 6:00 pm.

Benefits:

• Child tuition Discount
• Paid Time Off
• Professional Development Assistance - We offer professional development & Montessori training for the right candidates.
• Health plan for full time employees
• Referral Bonus

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Salary: $12.00 - $14.00 per hour

Schedule:

• 4 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $12.00 - $14.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program

Work Location: In person