After School Assistant

Aidan Montessori School; Washington, Northern (District of Columbia, KY); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Aidan Montessori School in Washington, DC seeks an After School Care Assistant to support daily activities in our AMI-aligned Montessori program. You will help maintain a nurturing environment for children aged 18 months through grade 6, assist lead teachers, supervise play, and reinforce respectful, curious learning.

Candidates should have an Associate's Degree or higher, a commitment to our mission, and strong interpersonal skills. Experience collaborating with families is valued.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree or higher.
• Commitment to the Montessori mission.
• Willingness to collaborate and contribute to a team.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist lead teachers in daily activities and supervision.
• Support a nurturing, AMI-aligned Montessori environment.
• Help maintain a positive, inclusive classroom culture.
• Liaise with families to foster strong relationships.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Organization

Teamwork

Inclusive environment

Education

Associate's Degree or Higher

Job description

Are you ready to change the world? At Aidan Montessori School, we believe that changing the world for the better begins in the classroom.

By educating children into adults who can overcome obstacles, communicate persuasively, lead with vision, adapt with agility, and care for their community, we can create a more open, innovative, and just society.

As Washington D.C.’s oldest Montessori school and one of the oldest in the nation, Aidan is both a home for families seeking a child-focused education and a leader in the broader Montessori movement.

Here, students ages 18 months through grade 6 realize their potential through an educational approach based on children's natural development and innate curiosity. Aidan students grow into:

• Curious thinkers, empowered to wonder, to question, and to follow their inspiration as it strikes
• Creative explorers who experience the world with a “let’s go find out” mentality
• Compassionate problem-solvers who are driven to seek solutions for their community

Aidan’s Mission:

Aidan’s mission is to help children realize their full potential and become independent, self-motivated, and personally and socially responsible citizens of the world. We do this by following the principles of Montessori education and cultivating a community centered on curiosity, respect, humanity, and peace. We embrace diversity and strive to maintain an inclusive, equitable environment where every individual feels a genuine sense of belonging.

Aidan is committed to offering high-quality, authentic Montessori education. All of our lead teachers have earned diplomas from the Association Montessori Internationale (AMI). Senior leadership team members have extensive classroom experience and AMI training across multiple levels. Our Head of School, Jamie Rue, is an AMI trainer. This depth of Montessori expertise helps guide our work and supports our commitment to authentic Montessori education. Aidan is an environment where teachers are supported and encouraged to provide high-quality Montessori education by following their AMI training!

Required Experience, Qualifications and Attributes:

• Associates Degree or Higher
• A commitment to the school’s mission as a dedicated member of the Montessori community
• A willingness to contribute to a culture of collaboration and teamwork
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, strong attention to detail and organization, and passion for creating an inclusive and dynamic learning environment
• A positive, team spirit with a desire to work together to support all aspects of the school operations

Highly Desired Experience, Qualifications, and Attributes:

• One to Two years of experience.
• Desire to fully implement your AMI training in a supportive and constructive environment.
• Willingness to build strong relationships with parents and caregivers of the children in your class.

Specific requirements will apply based on the particular position.

• For full description of After School Care Assistant (ASP Staff), click here.

Aidan Montessori School does not discriminate against applicants based on race, ethnicity, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, or gender expression.