Job Description

We are seeking Toddler Substitute Assistant Teacher to join our Young Children's Community (YCC) here at Near North Montessori for the 2025/2026 school year!

The Substitute Teacher Assistant is responsible for the well-being of the children in the classroom, as well as supporting the lead teacher with a variety of tasks, including classroom organization and playground supervision. The Substitute Teacher Assistant supports the students, teachers and classrooms, primarily at the children ages 18 months to 3 years old when there is a faculty absence or when additional resources are needed. They will work closely with their supervisor, the Academic Coach, to set up a daily schedule that meets the needs of the level they work with, and other areas as assigned.

_ Schedule:_ 40 hours per week, typically Monday through Friday, with shifts falling between 8:00am and 6:00pm during the school year, with adjustments or additional time as needed. This role may also include an opportunity to work summer camps if desired.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Assist the lead teacher with all aspects of the classroom in a manner consistent with the philosophy and goals of NNM
• Implement activities that encourage each child’s growth in the areas of emotion, social, cognitive, creative, and physical development
• Take direction, accept constructive criticism, and feedback, and make improvements and changes as necessary for the betterment of the quality of the program
• Create and maintain an environment that is clean and safe for all children
• Establishing a professional level of rapport with each family to provide quality care for the children
• Perform extra-duty responsibilities assigned to the classroom teacher
• Report to the proper authority any pertinent information on the happenings of the day
• Use equipment and supplies safely and conscientiously, keeping the physical environment clean and orderly
• Assist with documentation of daily needs and observations
• Provide a safe and secure environment. Be familiar with emergency procedures
• Carry out all specific procedures and responsibilities as outlined by the NNM Staff Handbook and the lead teacher
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as required, assigned, or requested

Qualifications

• Associates or Bachelor’s degree preferred; high school diploma or equivalent required
• Experience working with children ages 18 months - 3 years old in daycare, preschool, camps or babysitting
• Basic understanding of a child's cognitive, physical, social, and emotional development
• Reliable, flexible and able to provide a high level of support to colleagues and students
• Demonstrated commitment to cultural competency, and developing skills to support a diverse student population
• Effective communicator, verbal, and written, with children and adults
• Familiarity with the Montessori approach or a willingness to learn more!

Additional Information

Full-time employment to start in August of 2025; however we would like to have this position filled by June of 2025.

Pay Information: The pay range for this position is $23.36 - $24.25 an hour based on skills and experience.

Near North Montessori offers a variety of benefits which include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision options
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• EAP Program & Pet Insurance
• Flexible Paid Time off
• Professional Development Opportunities

Near North Montessori believes that each individual is entitled to equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, ancestry, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws. The School’s equal employment opportunity practices extend to recruitment, hiring, selection, compensation, benefits, transfer, conditions, and privileges of employment.