POSITION SUMMARY

An Assistant at Blue Ridge Montessori School is responsible for establishing and maintaining a safe, healthy, and nurturing learning environment for all students. This individual will work together with a Lead Guide and in conjunction with the entire faculty and staff. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Reasonable Accommodations Statement: To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Essential Functions Statement(s) 

• Build secure relationships with all children. 
• Report accidents, illnesses, and unusual behavior of children to lead Guide immediately.
• Ensure that all students have necessary materials for class activities and day-to-day learning.
• Work with students individually or in small groups for extension or remediation.
• Enforce school rules and policies.
• Supervise students in various settings including classrooms and playgrounds.
• Provide care for students of all ages, as needed. 
• Attend staff meetings, professional development, and training sessions.

SKILLS & ABILITIES

Education: High School Diploma/GED Equivalent, preferred.

Experience: Educational or childcare experience, preferred.

Certifications & Licenses: CPR Certification, preferred.

Ability to pass a background check.

BENEFITS

• BRMS Student Tuition Discount
• Additional $2/hour Pay Incentive 
• Paid Training
• Over 2 weeks of Paid Time Off (PTO) each year
• Simple IRA with Employer Match

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 

Job Status: Full-Time & Part-Time Available