Open Call: Early Childhood Assistant Guides

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process. Open Call: Early Childhood Assistant Guides Full Time Faculty Raleigh, NC, US 30+ days ago Requisition ID: 1018 Overview Established in 1974, The Montessori School of Raleigh (MSR) is a vibrant independent Montessori and International Baccalaureate (IB) World School in the Triangle area serving 400+ students aged 6 weeks through 18 years. Our beautifully designed Lead Mine Campus is situated on 10 acres in North Raleigh, and our Middle and Upper Schools are housed on a 40-acre wooded campus in Brier Creek, Durham. MSR is committed to the intellectual, ethical, and personal development of our students and welcomes prospective employees of all backgrounds. We are accredited by AMS, Cognia, and the IBO. Qualifications Bachelor's degree required, preferably in early childhood or related field Montessori credentials preferred (AMI, AMS or MACTE) Minimum two years teaching experience at the early childhood level Committed to the mission and core values of MSR, which include “respect, integrity, community, and love of learning” Develops and maintains positive relationships with students, colleagues, parents, and other members of the MSR community Flexible team player with a “can-do” attitude Ability to work independently and collaborate in teams with a wide range of individuals Committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and diverse learning community Student-centered, collegial, passionate, innovative Essential Duties & Responsibilities Adhere to school guidelines and professional standards Ensure safety and well-being of students in the classroom Adhere to the MSR Diapering and Toileting best practices policy, ensuring the health, safety, and documentation of students in the process Assist the Montessori lead guide to challenge each child to reach his/her fullest potential academically, emotionally, and physically in a prepared Montessori environment Support the work of the classroom lead by assisting in the preparation of activity and project materials, maintaining the inventory of the classroom, and supervising the classroom Maintain a supportive and collaborative partnership with faculty and administration to assist with curriculum development and implementation within the context of the School's overall program and mission Provide a supportive and collaborative partnership with the classroom lead by consistently communicating Participate in ongoing professional development Attend all required faculty and team meetings Participate in before-school care, after-school care, lunch, recess, and/or carline coverage, and parent education nights, as assigned Collaborate and participate within a divisional team and interdisciplinary faculty Maintain and participate in a home/school partnership by being open to consistent communication Partner with Student Support Services, the student support program, to ensure student success and developmental readiness Maintain student record keeping, lesson planning, parent reports, and parent conferences, as needed Other duties as assigned by the Head of School or Team Lead Physical Requirements and Work Environment Work in a fast-paced environment dealing with a wide variety of challenges, deadlines, and a varied and diverse array of contacts Work primarily in a traditional climate-controlled classroom environment, with periods of time outdoors Supervise groups of students and regularly engage with parents, staff, and visitors Occasionally lift up to 30 lbs Turn, bend, and reach It is the policy of The Montessori School of Raleigh to make employment decisions on the basis of qualifications for a specific job without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, national or ethnic origin, age, veteran status, or the presence of a disability, except where such is a bona fide occupational qualification. Applicants are encouraged to confidentially self-identify when applying. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a reference check with current employer (or most recent employer if not currently employed) and background investigation. To Apply Please upload a resume and cover letter. About Raleigh-Durham The Raleigh-Durham area is consistently ranked among the top places to live with strong job growth and a high quality of life. Top universities, a rich diversity of arts and cultural offerings, excellent health care, and lower than average housing costs attract people from across the nation. Our mild climate and proximity to both beaches and mountains make the area an ideal place to live. #J-18808-Ljbffr Montessori-School-of-Raleig