Montessori Elementary Assistant - Faith & Classroom Support

Archspm; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

St. John the Baptist Catholic Montessori School is seeking a Montessori Assistant to support classroom operations, faith formation, and daily activities with young learners. You will collaborate closely with the Montessori Guide and catechists to foster a faith-based Montessori environment.

The role emphasizes positive discipline, professional communication with parents, and maintaining a safe, organized classroom aligned with school policies and autonomy for children’s growth.

Qualifications

• Adhere to the mission of St. John the Baptist Catholic Montessori School.
• Be a practicing Roman Catholic.
• Understand Catechesis of the Good Shepherd and work with trained catechists.
• Understand Montessori philosophy of education.
• Love God and share faith with others.
• Love children and support their character, virtue, and faith development.
• Discipline children positively with gentleness, firmness, and consistency.
• Maintain positive relations with staff, especially the Montessori Guide.
• Maintain strong, respectful relationships with parents; parents are primary educators.
• Maintain professionalism in speech, dress, action, and confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Share responsibility for care and maintenance of classroom materials and supplies.
• Perform light janitorial work as needed for accidents or cleanliness.
• Keep the environment safe per risk management and accreditation requirements.
• Report accidents/incidents and share information with Montessori Guide/Principal.
• Work with individuals or small groups as directed; substitute as needed.
• Keep attendance records and assist daily observation and recording of work.
• Supervise daily recess.
• Meet weekly with the Guide to discuss needs.
• Ensure safety and wellbeing of children at all times.
• Direct all parent communication to the Montessori Guide.
• Work with catechists to assist in faith formation.
• Attend and help supervise school functions outside regular hours.
• Help plan and supervise activities during the school day.
• Support the school’s mission to parents and external constituents.
• Assist the Principal with recruitment, welcoming visitors.
• Attend staff and professional development meetings as required.
• Assist with organizational tasks such as celebrations and stock management.

Skills

Catholic faith

Catechesis knowledge

Montessori philosophy understanding

Love of children

Positive discipline

Professionalism

Confidentiality

Good communication with parents

Team collaboration

Job description

St. John the Baptist Catholic Montessori School is seeking a Montessori Assistant to support classroom operations, faith formation, and daily activities with young learners. You will collaborate closely with the Montessori Guide and catechists to foster a faith-based Montessori environment.

The role emphasizes positive discipline, professional communication with parents, and maintaining a safe, organized classroom aligned with school policies and autonomy for children’s growth.