Kindergarten Aide

American Montessori Academy•Livonia, MI

18h•Onsite

About The Position

American Montessori Academy (AMA) is seeking a caring, dependable, and enthusiastic Kindergarten Aide to join their early childhood education team. The Kindergarten Aide will work closely with the Kindergarten Teacher to support the educational, social, emotional, and physical development of young children. This role is essential in creating a safe, nurturing, and engaging learning environment where children can develop foundational skills and a love of learning. AMA is a welcoming and genuine learning environment where staff are reflective, productive, and equitably adapt their instruction to meet each student's needs. Through the Montessori philosophy and individualized learning paths, they engage students to emerge as self-directed learners, flexible thinkers, and peaceful problem solvers. The school prides itself on creating lasting relationships among students, parents, and staff. They are looking for energetic, talented, and focused staff who want to become part of their family and contribute to a school culture with high expectations for all, collaboration at every turn, and generous benefits.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required
Demonstrate patience and flexibility while working with young children.
Respond appropriately to student needs, behaviors, and emergencies.
Participate in continuous professional development.
Demonstrate effective oral and written communication skills.
Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
Patience, empathy, and a genuine passion for working with young children.
Ability to maintain a safe, positive, and engaging learning environment.

Nice To Haves

Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education or related field preferred.
Previous experience working with Kindergarten-aged children preferred.
Knowledge of child development and early childhood education practices preferred.
CPR/First Aid certification preferred or willingness to obtain certification as required.

Responsibilities

Assist the Kindergarten Teacher with the preparation and implementation of instructional materials, classroom activities, and learning centers.
Support the daily supervision and care of kindergarten-aged children.
Assist with classroom management and help maintain a positive learning environment.
Provide individual and small-group support to reinforce learning activities and developmental goals.
Encourage the development of social, emotional, language, and motor skills through age-appropriate activities.
Help students follow classroom routines, expectations, and transitions throughout the day.
Supervise children during indoor and outdoor play, meals, rest periods, and other non-instructional activities.
Assist children with basic self-help skills, including toileting, handwashing, dressing, and eating as needed.
Observe and report student progress, behavior, and developmental concerns to the Kindergarten Teacher.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe classroom environment.
Support the implementation of health, safety, and licensing requirements.
Communicate effectively with teachers, staff, and families as directed.
Work collaboratively with teachers and support staff to meet the needs of all students.
Maintain confidentiality of student records and sensitive information.
Assist with classroom setup, organization, and preparation of materials.
Regular and predictable attendance.