The Montessori assistants at Rosarian Academy are guides who help direct his/her students’ activities academically, spiritually, emotionally, and physically in a prepared Montessori environment that challenges each child to reach fullest potential in these developmental areas, in accordance with Montessori philosophy and procedures for the age group in which the assistant is placed. The assistant is also responsible for helping to maintain the operation of the classroom in accordance with the Department of Health guidelines and requirements. The Montessori assistant performs his/her services under the direction of the lead teacher and supervision of the Early Childhood Director / Administration for the duration of the ten month school year. Additional summer opportunities are available for those wishing to work twelve months.

Responsibilities Include:

• Support the Lead Teacher in the development, implementation and assessment of a Montessori Learning Environment for pre-school students.

• Working collaboratively and productively with Lead Teacher and other staff members

• Actively participate in professional development, faculty meetings and events

• Supervising children on the playground

• Changing diapers and assisting in toilet training (1/2 year old programs)

• Assist with pick up and drop off as necessary

• Maintaining order and cleanliness of the Learning Environment

• Providing direct instruction and/or remedial help as directed by the Lead Teacher or Administration

Qualifications:

• BA/BS degree preferred (but not required)

• Experience in a Montessori Learning Environment preferred

• Excellent oral and written communication skills

• Organized, flexible and team-oriented

• Ability to work effectively with preschool children

• Willingness to learn about Montessori Education and Conscious Discipline

• Must have completed 45-Hour Child Care Training Course as required by DCF or be willing to complete upon hiring

• CPR and First Aid Certified

Physical Requirements:

• Be able to work in an environment dealing with a wide variety of challenges and a varied and diverse array of contacts

• Be able to push a stroller

• Be able to repetitively bend and kneel

• Be able to occasionally lift up to 30 lbs.

• Be able to stand and move around for prolonged periods of time

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable a person with a disability to perform the essential functions of the job.

Employment is open to qualified applicants without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, or disability. EOE/DFWP.

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: From $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Grade levels:

• Pre-Kindergarten

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

School type:

• Montessori
• Private school
• Religious school

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Language:

• English (Required)

License/Certification:

• DCF Child Care Credential (Required)

Work Location: In person