Job Description

REQUIRED SKILLS:

• Must have a warm and friendly personality, be sensitive to the feelings and needs of others, be able to relate well to children, and be willing to fulfill responsibilities in accordance with Montessori philosophy.
• Must be at least 18 years old and meet the requirements of the licensing agencies and/or accreditation organizations.
• Education: High School degree along with some entry level course work in Early Childhood Education (preference of associates or higher in Early Childhood Education or Child Development)
• First aid/CPR training.
• 2-3+ years of previous work in a professional setting working with children in early childhood (6 and under)
• Previous work assisting and working alongside other educators collaboratively
• Active or currently working towards one of the following accredited Montessori certifications: AMI (Association Montessori Internationale), AMS (American Montessori Society), or MACTE (Montessori Accreditation Council for Teacher Education)

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must have the ability to lift up to 40 lbs.
• Repetitive bending, stretching, and stooping.
• Mobility required to ensure the safety of the children.
• Work with children on the floor.
• Lead outdoor activities in all seasons.
• Have visual and hearing capabilities that allow consistent supervision of children with Childcare Licensing safety requirements.
• Perform light duty cleaning.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist in preparing food for children, serving snacks, and providing a warm and relaxing rest time environment.
• Perform housekeeping duties such as cleaning, dishwashing, and changing of linens.
• Sanitize toys and play equipment.
• Support children’s emotional and social development, encourage understanding of others and positive self-concepts.
• Instruct children in health and personal habits such as eating, resting and toilet habits.
• Read to children, and teach them simple painting, drawing, gardening, handicrafts, and songs
• Organize and store materials to ensure a beautifully prepared environment for the children.
• Keep records, if necessary, on individual children, including daily observations and information about activities, snacks served, and medications administered.
• Must have the ability to communicate with lead teacher, assistant teachers, administrative staff, parents, and board members to ensure the child’s best interest.

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