About This Role
This Assistant Montessori Teacher supports the Montessori method under the supervision of a Lead Montessori Teacher. The role focuses on the academic, social-emotional growth, and development of all children, collaborating with other teachers to provide high-quality care both inside and outside the classroom. This position is part of the closing staff for the school and involves supporting Lead Teachers, providing breaks, and running the extended day program.
Responsibilities
- Work alongside Lead Teachers to ensure students receive a high-quality Montessori program, which may include delivering Montessori lessons according to readiness determined by Lead Teachers
- Maintain a beautiful classroom environment that is prepared, organized, and complete every day to inspire students to engage in the work, including indoor and outdoor spaces
- Respect all students, parents, and colleagues using Grace and Courtesy in all interactions
- Provide high-quality care for children that consists of daily routines and systems, and by meeting their hygienic and nutritional needs, also meeting the needs of Colorado Licensing Rules and Regulations
- Support Lead Teachers in maintaining accurate daily records and taking high-quality pictures
- Maintain open and honest communication that is professional and grammatically correct
- Report student progress and behaviors as pertaining to extended day programming
- Collaborate with other Assistant Teachers to develop and execute an enriching and engaging extended day program
- Participate in both in-school and out-of-school events, which may include nights and weekends
- Keep accurate records including attendance, incident and ouch reports, and any other records directed by your Lead Teacher
- Be flexible and adaptable to day-to-day challenges and needs, as the duties and responsibilities of this role may be fluid
Requirements
- Experience working in childcare preferred, but not required
- Must complete all prerequisites through Colorado Shines
- Must complete a background check
Benefits
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Important Details
- Start date: end of October/beginning of November
About the Company
The company provides high-quality care for children.