As a Montessori Assistant Teacher, you will assist lead teachers in developing and implementing a program that promotes the cognitive, language, emotional, social, and physical development of each child, drawing on your previous experience working with young children in a child-initiated learning process.
Requirements
- Four years of professional experience as an aide, assistant, or lead teacher of children from infancy through third grade
- Two years of professional experience as an aide, assistant, or lead teacher of children from infancy through third grade AND an associate’s degree in a relevant field
- Bachelor’s degree
- Primary Montessori teaching credential from a MACTE-accredited institution or on track to obtain one within two years of hire
- Ability to pass background checks, tuberculosis screenings, and trainings required by the state of Florida
- Ability to independently supervise, communicate effectively with, and care for young children safely
- Access to reliable transportation and ability to consistently attend work as scheduled
- Associates degree or higher in education or related field
- Experience teaching in a Montessori preschool
- Professional experience working with young children with special needs
- Experience working with children and families in low-income areas
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Disability insurance
- 401(k) plan with a 4% employer contribution match
- Paid parental leave
- Employer-matched flexible spending account for dependent care
