Benefits:

Employee discounts

Paid time off

Training & development

Christian Montessori School

Children’s House Assistant Teacher Job Description

Join our Children's House Montessori teams ages 3-6 years old! We will train and mentor you. This year round position is for immediate hiring upon successful completion of all State of MI and school requirements, including full background checks. Preferred candidates will have a minimum of one year paid professional early childhood care experience. Hiring a teaching assistant who will work in our Children's House Program from 8.00am to 4.30pm Monday through Friday. Also looking for a part time assistant in our Children's House program to cover breaks and aftercare from 11am to 4.30pm.

Company Description - Operating since 1998 as a non-profit private school serving children from infancy through elementary in west Ann Arbor. Our mission is to inspire a lifelong love of learning through an authentic Montessori education rooted in Christian values.

Job Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

A sincere willingness to learn and incorporate all aspects of the Montessori philosophy

Assist the Lead Teacher to maintain the classroom and materials including light cleaning duties, give lessons, guide the children in their work

Prepare and clean the classroom for snacks and lunch and naps

Part of the nap time team

Part of the after-school care team

Ability to work year round

Reliable: punctual and consistent attendance

Ability to think for yourself and follow the child in their learning

Respect for children and adults

Ability to lift 50 pounds

Perform repetitive bending, stooping, and sitting on the floor

General housekeeping of a Montessori classroom environment

Maintaining a positive and pleasant outlook

Flexible mindset

Opportunities for advancement and training; paid professional development

Job qualifications include:

Professional (paid) employment in a preschool classroom or in home experience of at least one year.

Experience in a Montessori classroom preferred

We are a Christian faith based school - must be comfortable with leading prayer and reading Bible stories

Ability to meet the State of MI background checks

Effective and independent written and oral communication skills

Minimum high school diploma/GED and early childhood or child development degree/courses helpful

Must be able to work Monday through Friday 8.00am to 4.30pm or for part time work from 11am to 4.30pm

Must be able to work independently and take initiative

Benefits include:

Hourly rate based on your prior professional experience and education

Year-round position

Paid time off (earned monthly)

Paid lunch break

Paid CPR, Bloodborne Pathogens and First Aid training

Paid opportunities for 16 hours of annual Professional Development

Regular staff social activities offered

Please send email your resume and a cover letter explaining why you want to join our team!

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Salary: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

Paid time off

Professional development assistance

Grade levels:

Elementary school

Kindergarten

Pre-Kindergarten

Schedule:

8 hour shift

Monday to Friday

School type:

Montessori

Private school

Religious school

Education:

High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

childcare: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person