Montessori - Teacher Assistant/Aide

Job Description

Job Description

About This Role

Empathetic and detail-oriented individuals are sought to join our team as a Teacher Assistant. As a key member of our Montessori staff, you will contribute to creating a nurturing and inclusive environment by assisting Teachers and the Director in developing and implementing high-quality educational programs that cater to the diverse needs and interests of children. Your exceptional communication and interpersonal skills will enable you to build strong relationships with children, parents, and staff, and effectively relay children's interests and progress to parents and staff.

What You'll Do

• Assist in the implementation of curricula activities and encourage participation by children.
• Actively engage in activities; manage cleanliness, maintenance, and availability of classroom materials.
• Maintain frequent communications with parents through informal discussions and progress reports.
• Encourage self-help and good hygiene through behavior modeling.
• Help ensure smooth, daily transition from home to child care center.
• Follow all center policies and state regulations.
• Maintain personal professional development plan to ensure continuous quality improvement.

Requirements

• Minimum of 1-2 years of professional child care experience.
• High energy.
• Ability to work well with others.
• Strong oral and written communication skills and basic computer skills.
• An understanding of child development.
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Infant/child CPR and First Aid certification.
• Must clear full background check and must pass health screening.