Assistant School Age Teacher

About the role

Chesapeake Montessori is a licensed school seeking Assistant Teachers for our School Age classroom. To be qualified for this position, we require a high school diploma OR GED and the ability to pass all background checks. Previous Montessori experience is a plus as well as previous work experience with school age children.

Responsibilities

• Assist the lead teacher with all aspects of the classroom in a manner consistent with the philosophy and goals of the center.
• Implement activities that encourage each child’s growth in the areas of emotion, social, cognitive, creative, and physical development.
• Take direction, accept constructive criticism, and feedback, and make improvements and changes as necessary for the betterment of the quality of the program.
• Create and maintain an environment that is clean and safe for all children.
• Establishing a professional level of rapport with each family to provide quality care for the children.
• Physical ability to work around small children including sitting, standing, walking, running, and climbing stairs.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 40 lbs. and fulfill all physical requirements of the role.

Requirements

• High school diploma OR GED
• Ability to pass all background checks
• Previous Montessori experience is a plus
• Previous work experience with school age children is a plus

Benefits

• Competitive Pay
• Paid Trainings, including Enhanced Career and Professional Development
• Generous Benefits Package, including Dental, Medical, and Vision Insurance
• 401k with Match
• Discounts for Childcare
• Fun and Positive Place to Work
• Open Door Policy
• Shirts and Swag

Pay and Schedule

Compensation: $17-$18 per hour; based on experience and education. Required Shift: Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 5:30pm