Classroom & After-School Assistant

Community Montessori School; Georgetown (TX); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid school holidays and breaks

40 hours of PTO annually

Paid maternity leave

Tuition benefits for eligible employee

Professional development and growth

Job summary

Community Montessori School in Georgetown, Texas, is seeking a dependable Montessori Classroom & After-School Assistant to join our team. You will support Classroom Guides, supervise children, and help lead after-care activities in the afternoons.

We value patience, teamwork, and a genuine love for working with children. Montessori experience is a plus but not required; training and growth opportunities are offered in a warm, collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Genuine interest in working with children and supporting growth.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively, follow directions, and adapt to changing needs.
• Patience, reliability, sound judgment, and a positive approach.
• Basic technology skills, including Google Workspace.

Responsibilities

• Provide flexible classroom assistance across age groups and program levels.
• Assist Classroom Guides with supervision, routines, activities, and transitions.
• Encourage independence and positive behavior through respectful guidance.
• Prepare, organize, and maintain classroom materials and learning environments.
• Observe interactions and report concerns to the Classroom Guide.
• Plan, lead engaging After-Care activities starting around 3:00 PM.
• Ensure safety and well-being during after-school activities.
• Follow attendance, headcount, and dismissal procedures.
• Communicate concerns to the After-Care supervisor.

Skills

Patience

Reliability

Communication

Organization

Teamwork

Google Workspace

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Google Workspace

Job description

Montessori Classroom & After-School Assistant

Community Montessori School | Georgetown, Texas

Position Details

• Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM–4:30 PM
• Employment Type: Full-Time
• Classification: Non-Exempt (Hourly)
• Location: On-Site | Georgetown, Texas

Join Our CMS Community

Community Montessori School (CMS) is looking for a dependable, caring, and collaborative Montessori Classroom & After-School Assistant to join our team!

In this role, you'll support children and Classroom Guides throughout the school day and help lead engaging activities in our After-Care program each afternoon. We're looking for someone who enjoys working with children, builds positive relationships, and brings patience, flexibility, and a team-oriented approach to their work.

Montessori experience is a plus, but not required. We welcome candidates who share our values and are eager to learn.

About Community Montessori School

Community Montessori School is an AMI-USA member school committed to authentic Montessori education, strong academic outcomes, and a welcoming, respectful school community. We believe children thrive in thoughtfully prepared environments that foster independence, curiosity, responsibility, and meaningful relationships.

What You'll Do

Classroom Support

• Provide flexible classroom assistance across different age groups and program levels based on daily needs.
• Support Classroom Guides with student supervision, daily routines, activities, and transitions.
• Encourage children's independence, responsibility, and positive behavior through respectful guidance.
• Help prepare, organize, and maintain classroom materials and learning environments.
• Observe student interactions and communicate relevant needs or concerns to the Classroom Guide.

After-School Programming

Beginning at approximately 3:00 PM, you'll transition to our After-Care program, where you will:

• Plan, prepare, and lead engaging, age-appropriate activities, including games, creative projects, and outdoor play.
• Create a welcoming environment that encourages creativity, independence, cooperation, and positive social interactions.
• Maintain active supervision and support children's safety and well-being.
• Follow attendance, headcount, student accountability, and dismissal procedures.
• Assist with student transitions, materials, organization, and cleanup.
• Communicate student or program concerns to the designated After-Care supervisor.

Safety & Teamwork

• Maintain active supervision of children in classrooms, playgrounds, and shared spaces.
• Follow school safety procedures, supervision standards, and emergency protocols.
• Promptly report and document accidents, incidents, illnesses, and safety concerns.
• Build positive, respectful relationships with children, families, and colleagues.
• Collaborate with Classroom Guides, After-Care staff, and school leadership.
• Maintain confidentiality and follow school policies and procedures.
• Participate in required training, meetings, and school events.

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Genuine interest in working with children and supporting their growth and development.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively, follow directions, and adapt to changing classroom and program needs.
• Patience, reliability, sound judgment, and a positive approach to working with children.
• Basic technology skills, including familiarity with Google Workspace or a willingness to learn.
• Ability to meet applicable background check and regulatory requirements.
• CPR/First Aid certification or willingness to obtain and maintain certification.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with children in a school, childcare, or after-school program.
• Familiarity with Montessori philosophy or child-centered educational approaches.
• Experience leading children's activities or supporting classroom routines and student supervision.

Benefits

Eligible employees may have access to:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid school holidays and breaks aligned with the school calendar.
• 40 hours of paid time off (PTO) annually.
• Paid maternity leave.
• Tuition benefits for eligible employee children.
• Professional development and growth opportunities.

Benefits are subject to applicable eligibility requirements, school policies, and plan provisions.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

This is an active, hands-on position involving regular interaction with children indoors and outdoors. The role requires:

• Frequent standing, walking, bending, and movement throughout campus.
• Active supervision of children during classroom activities, outdoor play, and transitions.
• Occasional lifting and carrying of up to 50 pounds.
• Flexibility to work in a dynamic environment with changing activities and priorities.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Community Montessori School is an equal opportunity employer committed to a welcoming and inclusive workplace. CMS does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal or Texas law.

At-Will Employment

This posting describes the general responsibilities and qualifications of the position and does not constitute an employment contract. Employment with Community Montessori School is at-will, consistent with applicable Texas law.