Montessori Early School Teacher Assistant/Floater

The Grosse Pointe Academy • Grosse Pointe Farms, MI

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About The Position

The Grosse Pointe Academy is seeking a part-time Montessori Early School Teacher Assistant/Floater for the 2024-2025 school year, focusing on 3- to 6-year-old environments. The role involves supporting lead teachers in maintaining a nurturing and engaging learning environment while attending to the developmental needs of young children.

Requirements

• Previous experience working as an assistant teacher
• Montessori certification
• Bachelor's degree
• Credits in early childhood education

Nice To Haves

• Dependable
• Reliable
• Flexible
• Enthusiastic
• Understanding of the developmental needs of students

Responsibilities

• Help lead teachers maintain a peaceful and clean environment, and engage children in appropriate activities
• Attend to the children's needs
• Chaperone class trips and other student activities
• Monitor lunch duty and lead dismissal duty on a regular basis
• Monitor nap and playground time during outside play
• Attend school functions, conferences, team meetings, and professional development opportunities
• Receive students and parents, as well as faculty, staff, and administration in a friendly, courteous manner
• Be responsible for the safety and physical well-being of all students in your charge at all times
• Follow all school policies and procedures as stated in the Employee Handbook

Benefits

• Opportunity to substitute teach in the afternoon if needed

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree