Montessori Substitute Classroom Aide (Part-Time)

Alliance for Equity in Montessori Education; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Alliance for Equity in Montessori Education seeks Substitute Classroom Assistants to support lead teachers in Alder and Hartley Montessori classrooms within the Reynolds School District. You will help with supervision, arrivals, meals, outdoor play, and departures, and assist with light cleaning.

Positions are hourly, temporary substitutes for the 2026-27 school year with short-notice shifts. Training is provided and costs covered. Strong preference for Spanish language skills.

Qualifications

• Experience and joy in working with young children (as employee, volunteer or parent).
• Compassionate communication style and positive attitude.
• Works well within a team and in a classroom environment with up to 25 children.
• Active learner; dependable and available for substitute shifts.
• Fluency in Spanish or other languages commonly spoken by our young learners is strongly preferred.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs; comfortable with outdoor activities in all weather.

Responsibilities

• Assist the lead teacher and staff with supervision and classroom management.
• Help with student arrivals, meals, outside play, and departures.
• Light cleaning to maintain classroom cleanliness.

Skills

Experience with children

Teamwork

Spanish language

Active learner

Dependable

Job description

Alliance for Equity in Montessori Education seeks Substitute Classroom Assistants to support lead teachers in Alder and Hartley Montessori classrooms within the Reynolds School District. You will help with supervision, arrivals, meals, outdoor play, and departures, and assist with light cleaning.

Positions are hourly, temporary substitutes for the 2026-27 school year with short-notice shifts. Training is provided and costs covered. Strong preference for Spanish language skills.