Infant Teacher Assistant

American Montessori Society Inc; Northbrook (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated Assistant Teachers to join their nurturing environment. This role involves working with young children, ensuring their safety, and fostering a peaceful learning atmosphere. Ideal candidates will have experience with children and a willingness to learn about Montessori methods. The position offers a collaborative team environment where you can grow professionally while making a meaningful impact on children's lives. If you're passionate about early childhood education and eager to contribute to a supportive community, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Childcare

Employee discount

Paid time off

Professional development assistance

Tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• Experience working with children is required.
• Montessori experience is a plus but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Assist in maintaining a peaceful learning environment.
• Supervise students during various activities throughout the day.
• Communicate student progress with lead teacher and staff.

Skills

Communication Skills

Ability to lift 30lbs

Flexibility in work hours

Montessori Experience

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Kangarootime

Job description

Job Description

Northbrook Montessori is located in Northbrook, Illinois on 135 Sanders Rd. We are searching for Assistant Teachers & floaters working with 0-3 year old students.

This is an excellent opportunity for those interested in teaching in a high-quality Montessori environment. For Assistant Teachers: Montessori Experience of any kind is a plus but not required. IL DCFS lead teacher qualification is preferred. Experience working and/or caring for children in some capacity is required.

Job Responsibilities Include:

1. Must be willing to take direction from lead teacher, administration, and other staff members.
2. Ability to commit to schedule and assist when needed.
3. Communicate effectively and peacefully with students, lead teacher, administration, and other staff members.
4. Assist and maintain a peaceful and mindful learning environment for students.
5. Assist in the arrival and dismissal of students.
6. Supervise students during work cycle, recess, nap, and/or other activities throughout the day.
7. Participate in required professional development and training programs throughout the year.
8. Observe student behaviors and step in when appropriate.
9. Submit and maintain student records on Kangarootime.
10. Assist in preparing snack and lunch for students.
11. Comfortable with diapering, toilet training, and/or changing student's clothes.
12. Attend and participate in meetings and training when needed.
13. Assist in preparing, creating, organizing, and cleaning the classroom environment and materials daily.
14. Consistently communicate student progress or concerns with the lead teacher, administration, and other staff when appropriate.
15. Comfortable with receiving feedback from lead teacher and administration.
16. Flexible with shifting work hours to secure coverage for the day.
17. Other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements Include:

1. Submit 3 reference letters upon hire.
2. Willing to stand for long periods of time.
3. Ability to lift 30lbs.
4. Ability to move from seated to standing position quickly to attend to student's needs.
5. Ability to pass a background check and TB test.
6. Minimum education of a High School Diploma.

About us:

We are an AMS Full-Member School and affiliated with esteemed suburban Montessori Schools; Lincolnshire Montessori School and The Grove Montessori School, as well as Chicago Montessori Schools; American Montessori Academy-South Loop Campus, American Montessori Academy-Andersonville Campus. Our mission is to foster an enriching and challenging educational environment where each child is encouraged to grow to his or her fullest academic, emotional, and social potential. We are seeking teachers who will strive, along with other team members, to implement and achieve such an environment so that a consistent Montessori framework for learning is developed, thus educating the full human capacity of each student. If you are interested in working with children in a beautiful learning environment with a warm and caring staff, please submit your resume for consideration.

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: $16.93 - $19.00 per hour

Expected hours: 35 – 45 per week

Benefits:

• Childcare
• Employee discount
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Tuition reimbursement

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

For more information, visit Northbrook Montessori.