Montessori Assistant Teacher — Growth & Family Engagement

Libertasmemphis; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid sick leave

Retirement plan

Job summary

Libertas School of Memphis seeks a dedicated classroom collaborator to support the Lead Teacher in a peaceful, nurturing Montessori environment for children from birth through fifth grade. The role involves assisting with lessons, observations, preparing materials, and communicating with families.

Hours roughly 7:35 AM to 3:30 PM with some events outside the schedule; start date for in-house PD late July. We offer meaningful professional development and advancement opportunities, with

Qualifications

• Preferred experience working or volunteering in high-need communities and/or Montessori environment.
• Interest in Montessori and liberal arts.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
• At least associate’s degree and/or appropriate child care credential preferred.
• Warm and firm demeanor.
• Love of learning.
• Flexibility, initiative, and personal responsibility to work in fast-paced, startup environment.
• Fortitude for the challenges we will face.
• Work collaboratively, with a growth mindset. Give and receive feedback in a spirit of craftsmanship.

Responsibilities

• Observe and support children, prepare the environment, and give lessons as directed by the lead teacher.
• Answer children’s questions, grade assignments, and give lessons and assessments as directed by the lead teacher.
• When class is not in session, enter grades or typing up observation notes and prepare Montessori works.
• Assume lead role during lead teacher absence.
• Foster habits of excellence and virtue through classroom practices and rituals.
• Supervise students on the playground, during lunch, and during field trips.
• Participate in family communication and monthly progress reports.

Skills

Montessori experience

Strong communication

Team collaboration

Flexible and adaptable

Education

Associate degree or child care credential

Job description

Libertas School of Memphis seeks a dedicated classroom collaborator to support the Lead Teacher in a peaceful, nurturing Montessori environment for children from birth through fifth grade. The role involves assisting with lessons, observations, preparing materials, and communicating with families.

Hours roughly 7:35 AM to 3:30 PM with some events outside the schedule; start date for in-house PD late July. We offer meaningful professional development and advancement opportunities, with