MONTESSORI - Early Childhood - Teacher Assistant/Aide

Job Description

Job Description
Summary

The Teacher Assistant supports the Teachers and the Director by helping to create a caring and safe environment for the children and assisting in activities to improve the overall care and quality of education. S/he must be able to communicate, listen and work well with others in a team environment. Assisting the staff in implementing a quality educational program and in developing positive relationships with the children and their parents, the Teacher Assistant observes and documents children's interest and progress, and relays that information back to the lead teacher. Teacher Assistant is responsible for assisting in preparing and cleaning the Montessori environment under the direction of the Teacher and the Director.

• Salary will be based upon experience, education, and enrollment, and will grow quickly as the school fills. Three weeks’ vacation and one week of sick time to start.
• See www.CHOMonCamp.org for more information about our organization. We are growing, adding two new schools, and will be rebranding soon to The CHOM Family.
• Position to start between May and July of 2026.

Duties

• Assist in the implementation of curricula activities and encourage participation by children.
• Actively engage in activities; manage cleanliness, maintenance, and availability of classroom materials.
• Encourage self-help and good hygiene through behavior modeling.
• Help ensure smooth, daily transition from home to child care center.
• Follow all center policies and state regulations.
• Maintain personal professional development plan to ensure continuous quality improvement.

Requirements

• Minimum of 1-2 years of professional child care experience.
• High energy.
• Ability to work well with others.
• Strong oral and written communication skills and basic computer skills.
• An understanding of child development.
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Infant/child CPR and First Aid certification.
• Must clear full background check and must pass health screening.

Benefits

• Employee discount
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance