Preschool Teacher Assistant

We are seeking a compassionate, energetic, and dedicated Preschool Teacher Assistant to join our early childhood education team in beautiful Jericho, VT. In this role, you will work closely with the Lead Teacher to create a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment where young children can learn, play, and grow. You will play a vital role in supporting daily classroom operations, managing activities, and fostering positive social-emotional development for our students.

Assistant Teacher Responsibilities

The Assistant Teacher will support the Lead Teacher in creating a safe, nurturing, and engaging Montessori and nature-based learning environment. Responsibilities include:

• Supporting classroom activities, routines, and Montessori learning experiences
• Supervising and engaging children throughout the day
• Participating in outdoor exploration and nature-based activities
• Creating a weekly snack menu and preparing and serving a healthy snack each day
• Encouraging children’s independence, confidence, and practical life skills
• Maintaining a clean, organized, and welcoming classroom environment
• Supporting children’s social, emotional, and developmental needs
• Building positive relationships with children, families, and fellow educators
• Working collaboratively with the teaching team to provide consistent, high-quality care

• Minimum of 2 years of professional child care experience
• Demonstrates enthusiasm for working with young children.
• Is positive, energetic, punctual, and dependable.
• Remains flexible and willing to provide support where needed to benefit the community.
• Is physically capable of engaging with children at their level and carrying a child during an emergency.
• Possesses a curiosity regarding Montessori philosophy and a willingness to engage in professional development.
• Communicates effectively and collaborates successfully with diverse personalities.
• Remains mindful and consistently models appropriate grace and courtesy.

While not required, we’d love to see:

• Montessori classroom experience
• Early childhood education experience or coursework
• Experience working with children ages 3–6
• CPR/First Aid certification
• Familiarity with Montessori philosophy, materials, and child-led learning
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills with children, families, and colleagues
• Enthusiasm for continued learning, professional development, and growing as an educator

• Sick Leave
• Child Care Discount
• Professional Development
• Paid Holidays & School Breaks
• Simple IRA Retirement Plan with 3% matching contributions
• HRA (Health Reimbursement Arrangement)
• Paid professional development and training
First Aid/CPR

Pay Scale for Assistant: $21.00 - $24.00/hr Dependent upon education and experience

Starting Date: Open until filled

Days: Monday - Friday

Time: 7:30am - 4pm

Work Year: School Year (Late August - Mid June)

Type of employment: Full-time/Yearly

Mission

We take advantage of this crucial chapter in a child's life to teach, guide and mentor. We focus on this important learning period to foster intellectual and emotional growth.

We offer experiences and provide opportunities for students to engage in their own curiosities by creating a safe and enriched environment where students are listened to, guided, and allowed to experience independence while learning about themselves, others in their environment, different cultures, and the world. Through these experiences we instill a rich and engaging academic background for future success and happiness.