Floater Assistant

Montessori Torah Academy; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Montessori Torah Academy in Louisville, KY seeks a Montessori Floater to assist the Lead Teacher in maintaining a welcoming, organized classroom for ages 2-12. The role supports student-centered learning, Montessori practices, and collaborative activities.

You will cover breaks, participate in staff meetings, and help communicate with families while upholding the school’s values. A minimum of 2 years classroom experience and a High School Diploma are required; 6 ECE units preferred.

Qualifications

• Love, patience and respect for children.
• Effective written and oral communication.
• Strong problem-solving, organizational and time management skills.
• Collaborates effectively with colleagues/co-teacher.
• Reliable and punctual.
• Minimum 2 years of classroom experience.
• High School Diploma.
• Professional references.

Responsibilities

• Aid lead teacher to establish welcoming, organized classroom.
• Use behavior management with lead teacher to promote normalization.
• Support each child's development socially, mentally, physically and emotionally.
• Maintain positive relationships and communications with parents and peers.
• Participate in staff meetings and professional development.
• Provide coverage for infant/toddler and preschool staff as needed.
• Be flexible and fill in where needed.
• Supervise children during activities, meals, naps, outdoor play and transitions.
• Support lead teacher during group activities and discussions.

Skills

Love and patience with children

Effective communication

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Collaborative teamwork

Reliable and punctual

2 years classroom experience

Education

High School Diploma

6 ECE units

Job description

Montessori Floater

Montessori Torah Academy is a private, independent Jewish Montessori school serving students ages 2-12 years of age. Our dedicated staff and supportive environment nurtures independent, joyful, lifelong learners.

Job Title: Montessori Floater

Montessori Torah Academy floater aids the lead teacher in establishing a welcoming classroom where each child feels cared for and respected. The learning environment is student-centered and self-paced, allowing children to explore their own interests while mastering skills and knowledge. Our Montessori program lays the groundwork for academic success by emphasizing critical thinking, problem-solving, independent focus and working in collaboration with others.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Aid in the preparation and maintain a learning environment that is clean, organized, and enticing for young learners.
• Use behavior management techniques along with Lead teacher to promote classroom normalization.
• Support each child's full development socially, mentally, physically and emotionally.
• Maintain positive relationships and communications with parents and peers.
• Actively participate in staff meetings and professional development opportunities.
• Provide break/absence coverage for staff members working in the infant/toddler and preschool classrooms (coverage will be for Lead Teachers and Assistants).
• Must be flexible, have good time management skills, and be able to fill in where needed.
• Supervises children in educational activities occurring in the classroom, as well as during snacks and meals, naptime, outdoor play, and transition between activities.
• Supports Lead teacher during group activities and discussions.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Love, patience, and respect for children.
• Effective communication skills, both written and oral.
• Strong problem-solving, organizational and time management skills.
• Collaborates effectively with colleagues/co-teacher.
• . Reliable and Punctual
• . Minimum 2 years of experience working in a classroom setting.
• .High School Diploma
• . Professional references

Preferred Education and Experience:

• A minimum of 6 ECE units in early education or related field.
• . Minimum 2 years of experience working in a classroom setting.
• Knowledge of Montessori core principles and materials or willingness to learn.

About the Position

Benefits: Paid Time Off

Reporting Structure: Reports to the Head of School and Administrators.

Pay: It is based upon candidate experience and qualifications.

Employment Type: Full-time/Part Time

Schedule: Monday-Friday

This position is for the 2026-2027 school year.