Little Oaks Montessori Academy is a Montessori School seeking an Assistant Teachersto support our early childhood education Montessori Program and to support the following age groups:

• Toddler
• Primary 1 (PreK)

To be QUALIFIED for this position, we require a high school diploma or GED. Previous childcare experience a plus!

Required Shift: Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm

Compensation: $16-$18 an hour, based on education and experience

We are a family-oriented, close-knit organization and we have a lot to offer our next team member including:

• Competitive Pay
• Paid Trainings, including Enhanced Career and Professional Development
• Generous Benefits Package, including Dental, Medical, and Vision Insurance
• 401k with Match
• Discounts for Childcare
• Fun and Positive Place to Work
• Open Door Policy
• Shirts and Swag - we love to show appreciation for our teachers!

Our Hiring Process:

• Resume screen
• Phone screen with recruiter (30 minutes)
• On-site interview with Director (30-60 minutes)
  • Q&A
  • Classroom observation
• Offer

Main Job Responsibilities:

• Ability to communicate positively and in a confidential manner by providing positive feedback and encouragement to administration, staff, children, and parents. Be open to receiving constructive criticism.
• Willingness to receive and implement training in child development, Montessori philosophy, Love and Logic, and adhere to all state regulations pertaining to care and supervision of children.
• Assist Lead Teacher in daily record keeping, including daily progress reports and observations.
• Help to build positive relationships with parents and their children by respecting cultural differences.
• Assist in setting behavior standards and use positive behavior management techniques that are age appropriate by modeling behavior for children.
• Aide in maintaining the classroom environment indoors and outdoors and ensure the environment is safe, nurturing, healthy and stimulating for young children.
• Follow security procedures at all times.
• Immediately report any suspicion of abuse or neglect, illness, accident or distress concerning the children, families, colleagues or self to the Director.
• Participates in on-going professional development activities and state required trainings.
• Physical ability to work around small children including sitting, standing, walking, running, and climbing stairs.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 40 lbs. and fulfill all physical requirements of the role.

If you have a positive attitude, love working with children and desire to work in a fun and professional environment, we encourage you to apply today!

Little Oaks Montessori Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We embrace and celebrate diversity and inclusivity. We do not tolerate any kind of discrimination in our hiring processes against any groups protected by federal, state, or local law.