Childcare Assistant Teacher

About the role

Little Oaks Montessori Academy is a Montessori School seeking an Assistant Infant Teacher to support our early childhood education Montessori Program. To be qualified for this position, we require a high school diploma or GED. Previous childcare experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Ability to communicate positively and in a confidential manner by providing positive feedback and encouragement to administration, staff, children, and parents.
• Be open to receiving constructive criticism.
• Willingness to receive and implement training in child development, Montessori philosophy, Love and Logic, and adhere to all state regulations pertaining to care and supervision of children.
• Assist Lead Teacher in daily record keeping, including daily progress reports and observations.
• Help to build positive relationships with parents and their children by respecting cultural differences.
• Assist in setting behavior standards and use positive behavior management techniques that are age appropriate by modeling behavior for children.
• Aide in maintaining the classroom environment indoors and outdoors and ensure the environment is safe, nurturing, healthy and stimulating for young children.
• Follow security procedures at all times.
• Immediately report any suspicion of abuse or neglect, illness, accident or distress concerning the children, families, colleagues or self to the Director.
• Participates in on-going professional development activities and state required trainings.
• 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.
• Clear and strong communication skills are required.
• Understanding all policies and procedures.

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 - we love to show appreciation for our teachers!

Pay and Schedule

Compensation: $16.50 an hour, based on education and experience. Required Shift: Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm