Day Classroom Assistant - P/T

Bellevue Montessori School; Bellevue (WA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Bellevue Montessori School in Bellevue, WA is looking for an Early Childhood Classroom Assistant (ages 3 to 6) to support Lead Teachers across Toddler, EC/Kindergarten and Elementary programs. The 10:00AM–2:00PM shift runs Monday to Friday year‑round, including breaks and the Summer program.

Starting rate is $20.50 per hour with a $200 bonus after 3 months probation. Ideal candidates are passionate about children, patient, team players, and able to lift up to 25 lbs.

Qualifications

• Able to lift up to 25lbs.
• Able to stand for long periods.
• Passionate about working with children.
• Patient, calm, and understanding.
• Team player with reliable attendance.
• Montessori Certificate preferred but not required.
• Complete DCYF requirements (background check, CPR/FA, TB, vaccines).

Responsibilities

• Greet caregivers and assist with arrivals and departures.
• Cover breaks and lunches across rooms.
• Lead group activities with stories, movement, songs.
• Assist with snack preparation.
• Engage children to promote language development.
• Support Montessori methods when assisting.
• Apply positive discipline to develop self‑control.
• Clean and sanitize classrooms and learning tools.
• Follow safety procedures and school policies.
• Assist in other duties as needed.

Skills

Passionate about children

Patient and calm

Team player

Strong attendance

Education

Montessori Certificate

Job description

Start Date: ASAP

Positions: 1x

Title:Early Childhood Classroom Assistant (ages 3 to 6)

Shift: 10:00AM to 2:00PM (Mondays to Fridays) - Non-Negotiable and able to work throughout the entire year including breaks and Summer program.

Starting Rate: $20.50 (with $200 bonus after 3 months probation)

Mission Statement:

Guiding children 18 months – 12 years old, Bellevue Montessori School develops an academically, socially, emotionally and culturally educated community of students within the framework of acceptance, compassion, and understanding, all in accordance with traditional Montessori curriculum and philosophy. We support each individual student in building a foundation for life‑long learning in preparation for future educational endeavors.

Our school has been continuously growing since its opening in 1966. We are looking for Assistant Teachers to provide classroom support for Montessori Head Teachers who are guiding children in our Toddler, Early Childhood/Kindergarten, and Elementary Programs. Support would be demonstrated by preparing organized classrooms with beautiful materials, in a peaceful environment, designed to encourage children to explore and discover the joy of learning. You should definitely apply to this position if you are looking to get into education or if you would like to learn more about Maria Montessori’s internationally renowned teaching philosophy.

Role: Classroom Assistant

Campus: MAIN

Reports To: Lead Teacher, Primary Program Director

Typical daily tasks include:

• Greet caregivers/guardians, and assist child(ren) arriving into the classrooms including late arrivals and drop‑offs/pick‑ups.
• Assist in all rooms where required during school operating hours such as covering for breaks/lunches
• Leading a group with stories, movement, songs, and other activities
• Assisting with snack preparation
• Engaging in conversation 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
• Cleaning and sanitizing the classrooms and tools for learning
• Following safety procedures and supervising children including BMS policies and protocols
• Assist in other duties if required

Requirements:

• Able to lift up to 25lbs
• Able to stand for long periods of time
• Passionate working with children
• Patient, calm, and understanding
• Team player
• Strong attendance, punctuality, and flexibility
• Montessori Certificate is preferred but not required for this role
• Complete DCYF requirements (Portable Background Check, CPR/FA, BBP, Food Permit, TB, Measles, Covid‑19 vaccinations, 30 Hours of Basic Child Care Course, and yearly 10 STARs continuing education hours)

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.

"Children are human beings to whom respect is due, superior to us by reason of their innocence and of the greater possibilities of their future." – Maria Montessori