3-6 Assistant Guide Teacher

Montessori Kids Universe of Bannockburn; Bannockburn (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Free uniforms

Health insurance

Paid time off

Training & development

Vision insurance

Job summary

Montessori Kids Universe of Bannockburn is seeking an Assistant Teacher to support Lead Teachers and foster independence, creativity, and a love for learning in a Montessori setting. You will help plan daily activities and ensure a safe, engaging environment for children.

Responsibilities include supervising the classroom, assisting with meals and cleanup, communicating with parents, and participating in staff development to maintain high-quality learning experiences.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old with a high school diploma or GED.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs., kneel, sit on the floor & move classroom furniture or equipment as needed.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with staff and parents.
• Willingness to obtain CPR and First Aid certification if not already certified.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and implementing daily classroom activities.
• Treat each child with dignity and respect, recognizing their unique needs and backgrounds.
• Help children develop problem-solving skills, independence, and self-confidence.
• Establish and maintain a safe, clean, and healthy learning environment.
• Support children in activities that promote emotional, social, cognitive, and physical development.
• Supervise the classroom when the Lead Teacher is out of the room.
• Assist with meal preparation, snack distribution, and clean-up.
• Help maintain a clean, organized, and engaging classroom environment.
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and emergency procedures.
• Work closely with the Lead Teacher and administrative staff to maintain a high-quality learning environment.
• Maintain open communication with parents, sharing children's daily milestones.
• Participate in staff meetings, training, and professional development opportunities.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding children and their families.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Lifting up to 50 lbs

CPR/First Aid readiness

Education

High school diploma or GED

CPR certification

First Aid certification

Job description

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Free uniforms
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance

About Montessori Kids Universe of Bannockburn

At MKU Bannockburn, we are committed to providing an authentic Montessori education that fosters independence, creativity, and a love for learning. Our Assistant Teachers play a vital role in supporting Lead Teachers, ensuring that every child receives the care and guidance they need to thrive.

Responsibilities

Classroom Support & Child Development

• Assist in planning and implementing daily classroom activities.
• Treat each child with dignity and respect, recognizing their unique needs and backgrounds.
• Help children develop problem-solving skills, independence, and self-confidence.
• Establish and maintain a safe, clean, and healthy learning environment.
• Support children in activities that promote emotional, social, cognitive, and physical development.

Classroom Management & Organization

• Supervise the classroom when the Lead Teacher is out of the room.
• Assist with meal preparation, snack distribution, and clean-up.
• Help maintain a clean, organized, and engaging classroom environment.
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and emergency procedures.

Communication & Collaboration

• Work closely with the Lead Teacher and administrative staff to maintain a high-quality learning environment.
• Maintain open communication with parents, sharing children's daily milestones.
• Participate in staff meetings, training, and professional development opportunities.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding children and their families.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old with a high school diploma or GED.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs., kneel, sit on the floor & move classroom furniture or equipment as needed.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with staff and parents.
• Willingness to obtain CPR and First Aid certification if not already certified.