Montessori Preschool Substitute Teacher

Child Care Resources Inc; Pullman (WA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Child Care Resources Inc. seeks substitutes to assist in Montessori classrooms for mixed-age groups (2–6 years). You will support Lead/Assistant Teachers and help with daily routines, transitions, and Montessori activities.

Substitutes are notified of hours as needed, with scheduling based on first-come, first-served needs. The role is hourly and lacks traditional benefits; flexibility is valued. Prior childcare experience and relevant certifications are beneficial for meeting classroom

Qualifications

• Childcare background/knowledge required.
• Background check through DCYF required.
• TB test required.
• First Aid and CPR certifications preferred.
• Food Handlers certification mentioned.
• Bloodborne Pathogens training required.
• Child Care Basics 30hr course required.

Responsibilities

• Set up a classroom in the morning.
• Assist Teachers with snacks, lunch, playground time, and circle time.
• Help children with Montessori works and transitions inside/outside.
• Support with toileting or diapering following school protocols.
• Clean or reset spaces and classrooms as needed.
• Assist with shoe/clothing management and daily routines.

Skills

Childcare experience

Montessori support

Classroom assistance

Education

Child Care Basics 30hr course

First Aid CPR

TB test

Background check through DCYF

Blood Borne Pathogens training

Job description

Substitute as an assistant or aide in a Montessori classroom, preschool of mixed ages ranging from 2 years-6 years in age. Support the Lead and Assistant Teacher in Montessori curriculum and classroom management.

Substitutes are notified of available hours day of, or in advance, and hours are assigned on a first-come-first-serve basis according to School Administrations needs and preferences.

What You'll Do

Duties would depend on the needs of the classroom, but could include:

• Set up of a classroom in the morning
• Cleaning or resetting spaces throughout the day
• Resetting the classroom at the end of the day
• Assisting the Teachers with snack, lunch, playground time, circle time
• Assisting the children with their Montessori works
• Assisting children with shoes/clothing to transition inside or outside
• Assisting with toileting or diapering according to school protocols

Requirements

Childcare background/knowledge

Background check through DCYF

TB test

First Aid, CPR

Food Handlers

Blood Borne Pathogens through L and I

Child Care Basics 30hr course

Nice To Have

CPR or any required trainings

• Professional Development
• Flexible Schedule
• This is an hourly position without benefits.