Join our beautiful and authentic Montessori school, where we nurture the growth and development of children in a warm and supportive environment. Our mission is to provide an enriching experience that respects the individuality of each child and fosters a lifelong love of learning.
The Opportunity:
We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Afternoon Assistant to support our Infant and Toddler (ages 3 mos. to 3 years old ) classrooms from 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm Monday-Friday. This role is ideal for someone just starting out in the Early Childhood Education profession and looking for a great opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a Montessori setting.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist with afternoon chores, including tidying up and organizing classroom materials.
- Provide breaks to teachers, ensuring continuous supervision and support for the children.
- Help with the smooth operation of the classrooms, engaging with children and supporting their activities.
- Participate in closing down the classrooms at the end of the day, ensuring a clean and orderly environment for the next day.
Minimum Requirements:
- Completion of at least 12 college-level early childhood education credits, including at least three credits in infant/toddler care and development
- Enjoy working with young children
- Are warm, joyful, and professional;
- Have valid CPR and first aid certification, or willingness to become CPR and first aid-certified before you begin employment;
- Have negative TB test results within the last 12 months or willingness to take a TB test which show negative results before your first day of employment; and
- Are a US citizen or green card holder.
We are especially interested in candidates who:
- A passion for working with young children and a strong interest in the Montessori method.
- Flexibility and adaptability to meet the needs of the classroom and school community.
- Excellent teamwork skills and a positive, energetic attitude.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to follow directions effectively.
- Prior experience in a childcare setting is a plus, but not required.