Montessori Classroom Aide - Inspire Young Minds

Choice Schools Associates; Norton Shores (MI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Muskegon Montessori for Environmental Change (MMAEC) is part of the Choice Schools Associates family. We seek a dedicated aide who supports the lead teacher through one-on-one and small-group instruction, helping maintain a learner-centered classroom and aiding in lesson material preparation.

The ideal candidate demonstrates a love for children, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to adapt teaching methods to meet diverse needs within the Montessori framework.

Qualifications

• 60 credit hours or an associate degree or higher, or ETS Parapro Assessment.
• Ability to communicate with students, staff and guardians in a professional manner.

Responsibilities

• Assist the classroom teacher in providing instruction to individuals or small groups.
• Carry out appropriate classroom activities and maintain a disruption-free, learner-centered environment.
• Prepare and distribute lesson materials under the supervision of the classroom teacher.
• Instruct students under supervision of the classroom teacher.
• Maintain individual student records when asked by the classroom teacher.
• Keep the classroom neat, clean and orderly to support learning areas.
• Use resources effectively to support learning activities in the classroom, the Academy and the community.
• Demonstrate effective classroom techniques and foster an atmosphere of mutual respect and independent thought.
• Guide children to work and play harmoniously with peers.
• Carry out other duties assigned by the principal and/or Choice Schools Associates.

Skills

Love for children

Patience

Interpersonal skills

Education

60 credit hours

Associate degree

ETS Parapro Assessment

Job description

Muskegon Montessori for Environmental Change (MMAEC) is part of the Choice Schools Associates family. We seek a dedicated aide who supports the lead teacher through one-on-one and small-group instruction, helping maintain a learner-centered classroom and aiding in lesson material preparation.

The ideal candidate demonstrates a love for children, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to adapt teaching methods to meet diverse needs within the Montessori framework.