Assistant Teacher

Assistant teacher for a 5-7 age class available starting April 1, 2024. Qualifications:Experience working in a classroom, preferably kindergarten/preschool or young elementary age strongly preferredExperience working with childrenPass department of social services caregiver clearance & health screening (before employment)Willingness to submit to a background check (required by licensing)Complies with all state education and licensing standards and maintains validation of credentials for the position (i.e. certifications)Able to maintain a sense of professionalism, especially with parents/families and communication with parents/families.Willingly collaborates and communicateswith their lead teacher and other staffAble to meet many needs at once and multitaskAble to independently manage the daily routines and needs of the classroom, including classroom materials maintenanceInterest in or knowledge of the Montessori Method and a Montessori classroom Responsibilities:Assist lead teacher in implementing lesson plansSupervise children on the playgroundPrepare classroom materialsSupport and enhance the Montessori Method in the classroom Benefitshealth insurancedental insurance401K plantuition discount for childrenPaid Time Off Job descriptionThe Montessori School of San Diego is seeking an assistant teacher for our5-7 age class, available starting April 1, 2024. Thehours ate M-F 8 am - 4 pm. We are lookingfor a dedicated and caring individual to be part of our close knit schoolto work as an assistant teacherinour ages 5-7 classroom. You will work closely with the Montessori trained lead teacher of this classroom, collaborating with them and supporting them in lesson planning, working with the children, and classroom management and care. We are looking for someone who has either some knowledge of or experience with the Montessori Method, or an interestinlearning about Montessori education and who will support the Montessori classroom and curriculum. Assistant teachers duties would include:Assist lead teacher in implementing lesson plansSupervise children on the playgroundPrepare classroom materialsSupport and enhance the Montessori Method in the classroom Who are We?The Montessori School of San Diego was established in 1975 and currently enrolls approximately 100 children ages 3 to 9. The school has five classrooms: three for ages 3-5, one for ages 5-7, and one for ages 7-9.The Montessori School of San Diego is dedicated to the philosophy 'The Child Comes First. We bring to the classroom something fresh each day, from which the children can see and feel and grow. We remember that each and every child needs and deserves respect, and that is why a Montessori teacher will speak to the child respectfully and discipline is low-key.