Dancing Moose is an 18-month through 2nd grade program, and looking for a toddler teacher to join their team.

Dancing Moose and members of their team have been recognized as Best of
State for several years for a variety of contributions in early childhood
education.

Dancing Moose Montessori School welcomes applicants who have:

• A high school diploma;
• A capacity to think creatively and collaborate with peers;
• An ability to communicate effectively with children, parents, teachers and administrators;
• A desire to engage in in-service training to enhance knowledge of teaching and learning;
• Enthusiasm to work with children in child-directed learning activities;
• Preference to applicants with Montessori experience and/or training.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensure the health and safety of all students at all times;
• Maintain a peaceful, calm demeanor at all times to build trust with students;
• Accompany children to the playground and gym as required;
• Maintain constant supervision of all children assigned to their care;
• Maintain a clean and orderly classroom environment;
• Participate in community events and classroom programs;
• Demonstrate willingness to continually learn and improve professional practice, including the accomplishment of annual goals;
• Facilitate children’s exploration and discovery of knowledge with Montessori materials;
• Make expectations clear and specific for children and co teachers. Follow through with consequences that are consistent with Positive Discipline while always modeling acceptable behavior;
• Exhibit professionalism in attendance, dress, demeanor and policies.

Critical Competencies

• An empathetic, selfless and kind personality that puts the needs of children first;
• A consistent, positive attitude with genuine interest in children’s academic, social and emotional growth;
• An ability to be inherently organized with a desire to go the extra-mile to support the child and school culture.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $15.50 - $16.50 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Teaching: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person