Assistant Teacher

Montessori Academy; Virginia; On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Job summary

Montessori Academy in Virginia is seeking a Teacher Assistant to support lead teachers and help create a warm, engaging learning environment for young children. This role focuses on fostering development and safety in daily activities.

You will participate in supervision during classroom time, meals, and play, while assisting with behavior management and classroom organization. It is a paid position offering growth opportunities in early childhood education.

Qualifications

• Experience with children in daycare, preschool, babysitting, or similar settings preferred.
• Knowledge of childhood development principles and early childhood education practices.
• First aid and CPR certification desirable; willingness to obtain if not certified.
• Familiarity with classroom management techniques and behavior strategies.
• Compassionate caregiver with strong communication and patience for diverse groups.

Responsibilities

• Support lead teachers in implementing daily tasks promoting development.
• Supervise children during classroom activities, meals, play, and rest to ensure safety.
• Help manage classroom behavior using positive reinforcement and strategies.
• Assist with classroom organization and cleanliness.

Skills

Communication skills

Patience

Classroom management

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Join our vibrant early childhood education team as a Teacher Assistant and play a vital role in nurturing and supporting young learners’ growth! In this dynamic position, you will collaborate closely with lead teachers to create a safe, engaging, and enriching environment for children. Your energy, compassion, and dedication will help foster a love of learning while ensuring each child's developmental needs are met with care and professionalism. This position offers an exciting opportunity to make a positive impact on children’s lives while gaining valuable experience in early childhood education.

Duties

• Support lead teachers in implementing daily tasks that promote childhood development and early learning skills
• Assist with supervising children during classroom activities, outdoor play, meals, and rest periods to ensure safety and engagement
• Help manage classroom behavior through positive reinforcement and effective behavior management strategies
• Support classroom organization by maintaining organization and cleanliness

Requirements

• Prior experience working with children in daycare, preschool, babysitting, nannying, or similar settings is highly preferred
• Knowledge of childhood development principles and early childhood education practices
• Certification in first aid and CPR is desirable; willingness to obtain if not already certified
• Familiarity with classroom management techniques and behavior management strategies
• Compassionate caregiver with excellent communication skills and patience for working with diverse groups of children
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift for extended periods in a busy childcare environment
• Pay $16 an hr, 5 paid Closed Holidays.

Join us in creating joyful learning experiences! We are committed to supporting your professional growth through ongoing training opportunities while providing a rewarding environment where your dedication makes a real difference. This paid role is ideal for passionate individuals eager to contribute to the development of young minds while building their career in early childhood education.