Georgia State Pre-K Assistant Teacher

Montessori Unlimited; Duluth (GA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement plan

401k match

Competitive pay

Job summary

Montessori Unlimited is seeking a dedicated Assistant Teacher to support instruction for 4-year-old children in a Georgia Pre-K setting. The role involves implementing authentic Montessori activities, guiding children through mixed-age experiences, and collaborating with licensed staff under the Lead Teacher.

The ideal candidate holds an Associates Degree or CDA in Preschool, with prior childcare center experience, and the ability to meet state education requirements.

Qualifications

• Follow licensing guidelines and company standards to ensure daily care of every child.
• Observe, assess, and plan for children; communicate with families.
• Complete training on child care, preschool and development topics.

Responsibilities

• Instruct 4-year-olds based on each child’s needs and program requirements.
• Engage children indoors or outdoors and encourage active participation.
• Provide a safe, nurturing, and educational environment aligned with Georgia Pre-K goals.

Skills

Caring

Engaged

Knowledgeable

Creative

Education

Associates Degree or TCC in Early Childhood Education

Active CDA in Preschool

Job description

Our Montessori school has been proudly serving our community for many years. With trained, dedicated educators (some with decades of experience), we provide an authentic Montessori experience in an early education setting. With mixed-age classrooms and carefully curated Montessori materials, we embrace the authentic Montessori Method, as we guide young learners toward the future, so they become innovative thinkers, good citizens, and able leaders. Georgia’s Pre-K Program is a state funded educational program for all age eligible 4-year-old children in Georgia. The purpose of Georgia’s Pre-K Program is to prepare children for success in Kindergarten and later school years. The Pre‑K Assistant Teacher is responsible for instructing 4-year-old's, based on needs of each child, and the requirements of the program under the guidance of the Lead Teacher.

As an Assistant Teacher, you are:

• Caring! Follow all licensing guidelines, company standards and grant program requirements to ensure the daily care of every child in your classroom.
• Engaged! Develop your ability to accurately observe, assess, and plan for children, as well as effectively communicate with families.
• Knowledgeable! Complete extensive training that provides insight on child care, preschool and development topics.
• Creative! Implement curriculum while creating fun, interactive learning experiences for the children.

We want energetic, dependable, passionate individuals who have:

• Associates Degree or Technical Certification Credit (TCC) in Early Childhood Education, Child Development or related or an active CDA in Preschool.
• Experience in a licensed childcare center or related field.
• The ability to meet state requirements for education and our center requirements.
• Able to work indoors or outdoors and engage in physical activity with children.

Your neighborhood Montessori school is supported by Montessori Unlimited, a nationwide network of authentic Montessori schools. As part of Learning Care—a community of inspired, bold, dedicated individuals—we invite you to be a difference maker. Here, you’ll find a dynamic environment and culture that is open, friendly, welcoming, and collaborative. Are you ready to make a strong, lasting, positive impact on children? Then join Montessori Unlimited, where we know our best asset is our people. We’ve made a commitment to ensure you feel valued, with a robust, comprehensive offering that exceeds expectations. That means competitive compensation, a targeted range of health and wellness benefits, and retirement planning, with our new 401k match. For us, it’s simple: Provide great rewards, keep employees engaged, and develop difference makers. We encourage your talent, recognize your potential, and support your growth, to be an inspiring, innovative force that prepares children for the future.

Learning Care is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against an employee or applicant based on race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status or any other protected status under federal, state, or local law.