Assistant Teacher for Montessori (infant)

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*** Current Position is working with Infants****

Childcare experience with Infants is a must.

Job Description Position: Assistant Teacher for Infant

General Expectations:

• Follow the personnel policies of the center
• Maintain neat appearance
• Report problems promptly to teacher
• Come to the center rested and able to deal with the demands of the children
• Participate in all trainings scheduled by Montessori Kids Universe
• Capable of communicating effectively both orally and in writing as applicable to the job responsibility
• Ability to lift a child 50 lbs or more.
• Ability to move furniture/toys/equipment in the classroom.
• Ability to use computers and handle paperwork.
• Ability to multi-task: answer phones, and look up information.
• Ability to concentrate on a task.
• Ability to remain alert at work.
• Capable of communicating with emergency personnel

Assisting the teacher in planning and implementing the daily program, including the following:

Treating each child with dignity and respect

planning activities that will encourage each child’s growth in the areas of emotional, social, cognitive, and physical development.

recognizing and considering the individual needs of each child in relation to cultural and socio-economic background, handicaps, special talents and interests, style and pace of learning.

helping children learn to think creatively, to solve problems independently, and to respect themselves and others.

Establish and maintain a safe and healthy learning environment for all children in age group.

Work to prevent injuries and handle emergencies, accidents and injuries appropriately when they occur.

Supervising the classroom, according to the plans of the teacher when the teacher is out of the room.

Helping with meals and preparation of snacks.

Assisting the teacher in other appropriate ways, including the normalizing of the classroom.

Maintaining professional attitudes, behavior, and dress at all times while on duty. This includes using the proper channels to air problems and complaints.

Participating in professional organizations that work for the improvement of early childhood education.

Maintaining strict confidentiality regarding children and their families.

Generally promoting a good rapport among staff members.

Sharing with the teacher the responsibility of maintaining a clean room.

Develop strong classroom management and be able to maintain classroom order

Capable of carrying out other related duties assigned by the Teacher or Director.

Be willing to work with the Administration staff to make Montessori Kids Universe a school of excellence.

Be willing to record videos for school YouTube and/or other social media.

Qualifications: Teachers without an AA or BA Degree in a related field or its equivalent must meet the following pre-service requirements: Must be 18 and have an HS diploma or its equivalent and have ONE of the following:

• One year of experience in a center or two years of experience in a family child care home,
• Completed a two-year Child Care Occupational Home Economics course in high school, or
• Complete 24 clock hours of training in child development within the first 6 months of employment (This is in addition to annual in-service training hours. Credential coursework could be counted).

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $16.50 - $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Employee discount
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance

Application Question(s):

• Possible Shifts are 8:30 am to 5:30 pm or 9am to 6:00pm, 9:30 am to 6:30pm or Part time work option of 12:00pm to 5:30pm or 6:30pm. Please mention which shift is of your interest?
• Have you worked with more than one infant at one time?
• Please list email and phone number and which method is preferred for scheduling an interview:

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• licensed childcare center: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $17 - $18