Summary:

The Toddler Assistant Guide position at Ithaca Montessori School (IMS) requires love, patience, and respect for children ages 18 months - 3 years old. IMS is looking for individuals interested in the field of early childhood education as a career, with a willingness to learn about and implement the Montessori philosophy. IMS is committed to providing opportunities for professional development and growth within the school community.

Hours: M-F, 9:45 am-5:45 pm

Rate of Pay: It is determined by education and experience.

All necessary paperwork and background clearance checks must be completed prior to the start date.

Basic Qualifications:

Education and Experience to meet the New York State Office of Child and Family Services (OCFS) Assistant Teacher Requirements as follows:

• A minimum of a High School Diploma, GED, or Equivalent
• One year of experience working with children less than 13 years old
• Educational background in Early Childhood, Child Development, or related field is preferred
• Pass all background checks required by OCFS
• Meets school/state health requirements, including TB test, immunizations, and physical.
• Able to lift 50 pounds.
• Able to squat, stand, and sit for 2 hours or more at a time.

Duties & Responsibilities:

General:

• Arrive promptly and establish reliability through excellent attendance.
• Understand and promote the school’s mission, purposes, objectives, and policies to families in a positive and supportive manner.
• Be responsible for the welfare, safety, and educational achievements of students.
• Support children in the toileting process and change soiled diapers.
• Attend meetings and professional development requirements.
• Maintaining an ongoing 30 hours of professional development every two years in accordance with OCFS regulations.
• Assist in the completion and maintenance of all records, reports, evaluations, and student records promptly.
• Adhere to the policies and procedures in the IMS Employee Handbook.
• Maintain confidentiality at all times.
• Other duties as assigned.

Safety:

• Understand and ensure compliance with all OCFS regulations, including ensuring that children are supervised at all times and that proper ratios of staff to children are maintained.
• Ensure children are released only to individuals designated as authorized transporters.

Curriculum:

• Assist in the preparation of the classroom and after-school environment.
• Assist in maintaining a clean, orderly, and attractive Montessori environment.
• Ongoing willingness to learn and apply Montessori philosophy.
• Support the Lead Guide in maintaining the classroom and after-school space and creating activities for the children.
• Assist in tone-keeping and classroom management.
• Perform cleaning and classroom maintenance tasks as required.

Communications:

• Communicate any concerns regarding children to the Program Director.
• Communicate to colleagues and/or administration professionally, respectfully, and in a timely manner.
• Call to the attention of the Administration any concerns of the parents.

IMS Core Values: Love, Respect, Integrity, Peace, Excellence

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $15.50 - $16.25 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Childcare: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• CPR Certification (Preferred)
• Child Development Associate Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: In person