Substitute

Wonderland Montessori•Trophy Club, TX

About The Position

Works in all environments where coverage is needed. Supports the Lead/ Assistant Guide at all times, acting as the Lead/Assistant Guides 'right hand.' Maintains a safe, clean, and organized classroom environment. Manages physical care of children (including diapering and toileting). Assists children with organizing materials and bringing tasks to completion. Consistently communicates with children in a firm, yet loving and kind, manner and upholds a calm patient environment. Communicates with the Lead Guide regarding all aspects of the children, classroom, and materials. Ensures the daily care of every child by following all school/classroom procedures and standards as well as all licensing guidelines. Maintains a professional demeanor and projects the values of the school at all times. Keeps up with required training hours and certifications according to licensing. Substitutes must work at least one day every 4 weeks in order to remain as an active Substitute. Substitutes cannot work more than 5 days within 2 weeks, without Corporate approval. Substitutes are not eligible for benefits, PTO, Holiday pay, or child discounts. Use the Student Information System for recordkeeping. Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Legally authorized to work in the United States
Must be at least 18 years of age
Meet all State of Texas Child Care requirements, including background check, fingerprinting, and educational minimums
Obtain and maintain First Aid/CPR Certification
Complete pre-service hours (if applicable) and complete/maintain required annual continuing education hours per state guidelines
Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, patience and problem solving
Sit comfortably on the floor with children and on low chairs
Bend, squat, kneel, move and organize classroom furniture as needed
Organizational abilities
Ability to build a genuine rapport with children, families, collegues, and community members
Must meet physical requirements of the job including the ability to lift up to 50 pounds
Must enjoy working with children and helping them learn while trusting them to make good decisions

Nice To Haves

Experience working with children in an educational environment
Understanding of child development
Understanding and appreciation of the genuine Montessori Method
A demonstrated desire to learn new skills
The ability to engage and work with a diverse population of children and families

Responsibilities

Supports the Lead/ Assistant Guide
Maintains a safe, clean, and organized classroom environment
Manages physical care of children (including diapering and toileting)
Assists children with organizing materials and bringing tasks to completion
Communicates with children in a firm, yet loving and kind, manner and upholds a calm patient environment
Communicates with the Lead Guide regarding all aspects of the children, classroom, and materials
Ensures the daily care of every child by following all school/classroom procedures and standards as well as all licensing guidelines
Maintains a professional demeanor and projects the values of the school at all times
Keeps up with required training hours and certifications according to licensing
Use the Student Information System for recordkeeping
Other duties as assigned