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Montessori Preschool/kindergarten Teaching Assistant Substitute

Acquire4Hire
Vancouver, WA Part Time
POSTED ON 10/14/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/11/2026
About This Role

Are you seeking more than just a job? Do you yearn for a role where the greatest reward isn't a paycheck, but the profound satisfaction of shaping a young life?

Join our dedicated team as an Assistant Montessori Teacher Substitute and discover a career that offers unparalleled job satisfaction. The work is challenging, but the joy of seeing a child's eyes light up with understanding, the quiet fulfillment of witnessing their independent discovery, and the lasting impact you have on their development are the truest measures of success here.

We are not looking for temporary staff; we are building a long-term community of passionate educators who believe in the power of the child. If you are committed to a career in education and are ready to grow with us, we encourage you to apply.

Our Core Values

Our core values guide every interaction, every lesson, and every decision we make. We are looking for individuals who share these deep commitments:

  • Respect for the Child: We believe in the inherent potential of every child and strive to create an environment that fosters their independence, creativity, and love of learning. Your role is to be a loving, unobtrusive guide.
  • Collaboration: We value teamwork and open communication among staff, parents, and the community. You will be an essential part of a supportive and communicative educational family.
  • Excellence: We are committed to providing a rigorous and authentic Montessori education that prepares children for success in life. We uphold high standards for our environment and our practice.
  • **Integrity: We uphold the highest standards of ethical conduct and professionalism. Trust, honesty, and consistency are fundamental to our work.

Role Responsibilities (Summary)

The Assistant Teacher substitute supports the Lead Teacher in maintaining a beautiful, purposeful, and nurturing classroom environment. Key responsibilities include:

  • Preparing materials and maintaining the order of the classroom.
  • Supervising children during work cycles and outdoor play.
  • Guiding and assisting children with basic needs and grace and courtesy.
  • Supporting the Lead Teacher with daily record-keeping and classroom management.

Apply Today

If you are ready to find true purpose and lasting career satisfaction by committing to the development of young children, please submit your resume and a brief cover letter explaining why you align with our core values.

What You'll Do

Role Responsibilities (Summary)

The Assistant Teacher Substitute supports the Lead Teacher in maintaining a beautiful, purposeful, and nurturing classroom environment. Key responsibilities include:

  • Preparing materials and maintaining the order of the classroom.
  • Supervising children during work cycles and outdoor play.
  • Guiding and assisting children with basic needs and grace and courtesy.
  • Supporting the Lead Teacher with daily record-keeping and classroom management.
  • May include running a dish washer or washing machine.

Requirements

All applicants must have

a Merit Account and a STARS number All documents must be in Merit.

  • Current Background Check from the state of WA. in Merit
  • TB Test within 12 months
  • Documentation showing immunity to Measles, Mumps, & Rubella (MMR), either vaccination records or results of a Titer test prior to working in the program.
  • First Aid/CPR AHA or Red Cross
  • Blood Borne Pathogens
  • Food Handlers card from the WA. Dept. of Health
  • Child Care Basics or Educational Exemption in Merit.
  • Safe Sleep
  • drug test.

Assistant Teacher

  • Minimum Age: 18
  • Hiring Education Requirement: High School Diploma

Nice To Haves

Catechesis of the Good Shepherd Level 1 certificate

CDA or ECE degree

Benefits

  • Being a part of a great team. Having the ability to make the world a better place one child at a time.

Part time flexible positions available

Paid holidays

Paid Sick time

Paid Vacation time

Employer paid Pension plan

Paid training

COLA raises every year

Insurance possible for full time employees

and more

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