Assistant Preschool Teacher/Floater

Montessori on the Lake; Lake Forest (CA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a welcoming Montessori community where serene lake views enhance the learning experience. As an Assistant Teacher, you'll inspire and support young learners in a collaborative environment. Enjoy competitive pay, generous PTO, and opportunities for professional development. This role is perfect for those passionate about early childhood education and eager to grow alongside a dedicated team. Be part of a compassionate community that celebrates each child's unique potential and fosters a nurturing atmosphere for both students and staff.

Benefits

Health insurance benefits

Tuition discounts

Paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Montessori training sponsorship

Qualifications

• Support the lead Montessori teacher to ensure a nurturing environment.
• Supervise children and ensure their health and safety.
• Model appropriate behavior and provide personal aid as necessary.

Responsibilities

• Assist in maintaining a clean and orderly classroom environment.
• Prepare projects for children and gather necessary supplies.
• Implement classroom safety rules and aid in hygiene tasks.

Skills

Outstanding communication skills

Organizational skills

Ability to work collaboratively

Knowledge of Montessori philosophy

CPR certification

Previous experience working with children

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

12 ECE units or 6 ECE units with current enrollment

Job description

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Montessori on the Lake provided pay range

This range is provided by Montessori on the Lake. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$19.00/hr - $21.00/hr

Join our welcoming Montessori community, where serene lake views surround our classrooms and playgrounds. We're looking for passionate assistant teachers eager to inspire and support young learners. Grow alongside us in a collaborative, child-centered environment that nurtures both students and staff!

The Opportunity:

Environments For Learning, Inc. has been in our community for over 36 years and includes AppleTree Montessori, Montessori on the Lake, and Sunflower Montessori. We offer a quality learning environment based on the Montessori philosophy. We are currently looking to hire assistant teachers to work in our preschool classrooms at our beautiful lakeside location, Montessori on the Lake.

How we’ll support you and what you’ll love about us:

• $19-$21 per hour
• Competitive pay, health insurance benefits, tuition discounts, and a warm, welcoming environment — because you deserve to thrive too
• Enjoy a balanced schedule with evenings and weekends free to recharge and approximately 5 weeks of paid time off each year with our generous PTO, sick leave, and holiday pay
• Gain hands-on experience in a Montessori classroom with opportunities for professional development and career growth
• Opportunities for ECE tuition reimbursement and Montessori training sponsorship
• A professional, yet casual work environment and family atmosphere in an inspiring lakeside setting

How you’ll contribute:

• Support the lead Montessori teacher and work under the teacher’s direction to ensure a healthy, safe, nurturing learning environment that addresses and advocates for each student’s needs
• Supervise children in the classrooms and on the playgrounds
• Ensure the health and safety of the children by implementing classroom and playground safety rules
• Model and aid in teaching appropriate behavior and social skills
• Provide personal aid and care to students as necessary, such as help with hygiene, eating, diapering, or toileting
• Be familiar with and follow California Community Care Licensing Title 22 regulations
• Prepare projects for the children and gather the necessary supplies
• Assist with room arrangements and maintain a clean and orderly environment
• Clean classroom shelves, tables, materials, and surfaces regularly

What you’ll need to succeed:

• High school diploma (or equivalent)
• 12 ECE units (minimum requirement) or 6 ECE units with current enrollment
• Availability and eligibility to work full time, 9-6 Monday-Friday
• Outstanding communication and organizational skills
• Ability to interface with parents as directed by the lead teacher
• Ability to work collaboratively to maintain a harmonious team environment
• Previous experience working with children
• Knowledge of the Montessori philosophy
• CPR certification

Be part of a diverse, compassionate community that celebrates each child’s unique potential! We look forward to meeting our newest team member. Please submit your resume or call us if you think you would be a great fit for our school!

Please contact Jules or Lauren at [phone] with any inquiries.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Education and Training

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