Full-Time Community Assistant Teacher

Job Summary

The Early Childhood Community Assistant Teacher works within our early childhood community with Lead Teachers and Assistant Teachers to ensure classrooms are fully staffed and supported. A high level of flexibility is needed as the Community Assistant may work in multiple classrooms, depending on what is needed that day.

Job Duties And Responsibilities

• Maintain the prepared environment by implementing the Montessori ECE curriculum according to the specifics provided by the school and lead teacher.
• Follow lesson plans created by the lead teacher; engage with the students during the work cycle to meet the needs of each child enrolled in the classroom.
• Give lessons as directed by lead teacher on a one-on-one or group basis and assist children who may have trouble grasping concepts.
• Communicate with the children using language and tone of voice that is authentic, natural and, most importantly, kind.
• Promote feelings of security and trust in toddlers by encouraging and supporting them when necessary through activities and practical life skills.
• Seek balance when supporting the children: avoid over-assisting or abandonment while children are practicing new skills (dressing, putting on shoes, face washing, nose wiping, etc.).
• Remember the credo should be “help me help myself to learn to do it well.”
• Follow the children and the energy of the classroom to determine the needs of the students.
• Oversee and engage children during recess time; ensure that activities are stimulating, age-appropriate, and safe.
• Be available, present, and focused on the children during daily transitions (i.e., work cycle, walks, recess, lunch, and naps).
• Perform cleaning and maintenance necessary to keep the classroom and common spaces clean, beautiful, and safe.
• Maintain a positive work environment among all staff that is professional, kind, and inclusive.
• Uphold the MAC Characteristics of Excellence daily.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 and have one of the following:
• A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university preferred
• A 2 year college degree in child development or early childhood education from an accredited college or university or actively pursuing a degree preferred
• Qualify as a professional child care assistant through a combination of hours and verifiable experience in a professional child care setting preferred
• Experience working with various ages of children (infant- 11 years) in a classroom setting
• Professionalism, including attendance, positivity, and flexibility
• Strong communication skills and ability to effectively interface with students, parents, faculty, and staff
• High-energy and enthusiastic about working in a fast-paced environment