Classroom Assistant - Toddler Program (ages 18 months to 3 years)

Bellevue Montessori School Inc; Bellevue (WA); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Bellevue is seeking a Classroom Assistant for its Toddler Program, serving children from 18 months to 3 years. The role includes a variety of responsibilities aimed at supporting children's growth through learning activities within a nurturing environment. Successful applicants will demonstrate flexibility, a love for working with children, and an openness to the Montessori method, backed by comprehensive training and support. Employees enjoy benefits such as professional development opportunities and a competitive starting pay rate.

Benefits

Health insurance benefits for full-time staff

Paid sick leave

Simple IRA matching contribution

Reimbursement for DCYF licensing

Reimbursement for initial childcare course

Sign up bonus of $200

Qualifications

• Enjoy the presence of young children.
• Demonstrate flexibility and consistency.
• Have background knowledge of the Montessori method.

Responsibilities

• Assist with early and late arrivals/pick-ups.
• Support Head Teachers with classroom maintenance.
• Engage with children through activities and supervise.

Skills

Flexibility

Experience with children

Positive discipline techniques

Job description

Classroom Assistant - Toddler Program (ages 18 months to 3 years)

Classroom Assistant - Toddler Program (ages 18 months to 3 years)

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Start Date: ASAP

Shift: Must be flexible (We operate Monday to Fridays between hours of 7:15AM to 6:00PM) and to work all year round including our Summer programs.

Pay Rate: Start $21.50 to $22.50 per hour

Our Toddler Program takes place within our Park Campus, located on the northwest corner of Hidden Valley Park, offering students a lush natural atmosphere. We have bright classrooms filled with toddler-sized furniture and materials. Reality-based activities are of great interest to toddlers, so be prepared to help them learn how to perhaps: dress themselves, use the bathroom, set the table for a meal, wash dishes, prepare food. This will help the child become independent, develop gross and fine motor skills, and build self-esteem from their successes and from overcoming frustrations within a supportive environment.

Typical Daily Tasks Include

• Assisting with early, late arrivals / pick-ups
• Supporting Head Teachers with maintenance in the classroom and prepare the environment
• Cleaning and sanitizing the classrooms and tools for learning
• Following health & safety procedures and supervising children including diapering
• Follow BMS policies and procedures
• Leading a group with stories, movement, songs, and other activities
• Assisting with snack preparation
• Engaging in conversation, reading books and poems, telling stories, and singing songs with children to increase their opportunities for language
• Aiding children only if necessary, using Montessori method
• Using positive discipline techniques to help students gain self-discipline and resolution skills
• Offer children the love, individual attention and support that they need to be successful and an independent thinker.
• Other duties assigned include complying with trainings, attending meetings, and supporting new hires
  
  

Some Benefits Of Being a BMS Teaching Assistant Include

• The opportunity to directly impact the education of children positively
• Being a part of our amazing reputation
• Professional development programs for those who are interested in becoming a certified Montessori Instructor
• Competitive starting rate of $21.50 to $22.50
• Health insurance benefits are optional for full-time staff
• Paid sick leave
• Simple IRA matching contribution of up to 3%
• Initial reimbursement of up to $100 to complete DCYF licensing (Portable background check, CPR/FA, Blood Borne Pathogen, TB, MMR, Food Permit)
• Additional reimbursement of up to $150 to complete initial DCYF 30 hour basic initial childcare course
• Staff events, etc.
• Sign up bonus of $200 (after 3 months probationary period)
  
  

You May Be a Great Fit If You

• Enjoy the presence of young children and want to help foster their growth
• Demonstrate flexibility and consistency in your work ethic and history
• Have experience observing children and have a background knowledge of the Montessori method
  
  

Per our DCYF (Department of Children, Youth and Families) regulations regarding educators, we require that all employees complete a PBC (portable background check), fingerprinting, WA State Food Handler’s Permit, proof of MMR (measles, mumps, and rubella) immunization and proof of a negative Tuberculosis skin test. If not yet completed, our team will gladly help walk you through these necessary steps.

Bellevue Montessori School is accredited by the American Montessori Society and has been an established leader in Montessori education on Seattle’s Eastside since it first opened in 1966.

Come be a part of our amazing family of educators and teach the next generation of our community!

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcome all interested persons to apply who are 18 years or older.

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