Montessori Teaching Assistant (59235)

Position Title:                Montessori Preschool Teaching Assistant

Department:                  P-8

Reports to:                   Principal of P-8

FLSA Classification:            Non- Exempt

FTE ( Full Time Equivalent): 100%

Schedule of Duties:          10-Month

Salary:                        $20.00- $27.00/Hourly

Position Purpose:                   The Montessori Teaching Assistant is responsible for assisting our Lead Montessori Teachers in creating a dynamic Montessori learning environment for students in a preschool classroom.

Essential Functions

Classroom Preparation and Maintenance

• Assist in preparing materials needed for classroom activities and replenish as needed
• Assist in changing over materials in the classroom to maintain a prepared Montessori environment
• Keeping the classroom and communal spaces tidy and organized

Classroom Management

• Maintain overview of the class during work times and recess duty
• Help manage and guide children through conflict
• Maintain ratio coverage at all times in accordance with California State Licensing rules and regulations

Lesson Planning and Curriculum

• Under the direction of a lead teacher maintain lesson plans and assist in executing planned curriculum
• Assist in differentiated lesson planning for students in your class and provide lessons (1:1, small group, large group) when needed
• Participate in daily lessons during whole group instruction (Morning meeting, prayer/meditation, music)

Child Documentation and Reporting

• Track daily attendance through schools reporting tools
• Oversees and is involved in all documentation and reporting (emailing parents, SeeSaw posts, learning services, outside supports, incident reports)
• Assist in using our parent communication tool (See-Saw); taking photos, uploading, posting, etc.
• Maintain student records, work samples throughout the year documenting student progress
• Prepare (Assess & write) some student conferences as well as participate in all parent meetings to discuss the students in your care with your lead teacher (Fall, Feb, Spring)
• Is available for as needed touch points with parents concerning behavior or academic needs

Other Responsibilities

• Attend monthly divisional meetings and participate as an active member of the preschool team; attend required P-8 and All School gatherings
• Contribute to a positive workplace environment by being kind, warm and respectful to all you interact with as an enthusiastic member of the SHS community
• A clear commitment to the educational philosophy of the school as articulated in the Goals and Criteria of Sacred Heart Schools and professional behavior based in it

Qualifications Required

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field.
• Primary (Ages 3-6years) Montessori certification required (AMS/AMI or equivalent certification) from a MACTE accredited program
• Fluency in reading, writing and speaking in English
  • Fluent in Google Suite, Zoom, Canva

Preferred

• A minimum of one year working in a Montessori environment

Physical Requirements and Work Environment

• Works in a stressful environment dealing with a wide variety of challenges, deadlines and a varied and diverse array of contacts
• Be able to regularly and safely lift up to 30 lbs.
• Be able to crawl, bend, stoop, reach and sit on the floor
• Work primarily in a traditional climate controlled classroom environment and work regularly in outside weather conditions, including heat and cold typical to the Peninsula of the Bay Area.
• Ability to travel safely and comfortably across a 64 acre campus

Salary : $20 - $27