Part-time Assistant Teacher

Guidepost Montessori • Leawood, KS

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About The Position

We are hiring Teacher Assistants, Assistant Teachers and Child Care Educators for our lovely Guidepost Montessori school at Leawood! This is a part-time position working Monday-Friday 3-6pm or 12-6pm. Get the opportunity to empower 0 to 6-year-olds to gain independence, self-confidence, and an enduring love of learning! Your Role We're looking for an enthusiastic, adaptable Teacher Assistants (Guides) to support a mixed-age class of Infants, Toddler, and Preschool children in a Montessori environment. We are hiring for both Part-time roles. In a Montessori environment, guides (teachers) carefully prepare an environment that fosters independence and captivates a child’s interest. Teachers provide personalized support to each child. They offer individual and small-group lessons, showing children how to use the materials and perform activities with them, and giving them precise language to understand their experiences. Because of the carefully prepared environment and individualized support, children in a Montessori class have tremendous liberty to explore the environment and work on materials of their choice for as long as they want. Most importantly, the support and materials help every child develop skills, confidence, and a firm conviction that they are capable. We’re looking for an Assistant Teacher who will bring their best in order to support every child in reaching their highest potential!

Requirements

• Experience working with children ages 3-6 in a school setting
• Previous experience in Customer Service, Child Care, Daycare or Administration

Responsibilities

• Observe children closely to understand and best meet their needs
• Prepare a beautiful, orderly environment that fosters independence and concentration
• Provide individual and small-group lessons to support each child’s development
• Form personal connections with each child and cultivate a community of collaboration and respect

Benefits

• The opportunity to contribute to a high-quality Montessori program that serves the individual needs of each child
• Fully sponsored Montessori diploma training and ongoing professional development through the Prepared Montessorian Institute
• 75% tuition discount for two children at any school in our network (we serve children from 3-months-old through 1st grade)
• A network of supportive peers and mentors who appreciate your valuable contributions and regularly share best practices
• Abundant career growth and promotion opportunities
• A competitive pay rate
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and paid holidays

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees