We are seeking an excited and passionate 6-12 year old Elementary Assistant to join us in our Montessori classroom for the 2024-2025 school year and beyond. This assistant should be eager to provide an authentic Montessori classroom experience with a warm, nurturing, and safe environment where self-direction is enhanced, independence encouraged, and individuality respected, alongside a strong outdoor education program that champions students to become stewards of the land they inhabit.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience with the 6-12 year old, elementary age group
- Have previous experience working in a Montessori classroom environment preferred but not required
- Enthusiasm for the ideas of Guiding Earth, Nurturing People, Advancing Peace and Exploring Potential
- Passionate about working in a nurturing and supportive environment where hands-on learning extends beyond the classroom into the natural world
- Can work well and positively as part of a team; basic computer skills
- Ability to work between 7:30 am and 4:00 pm daily during our balanced calendar academic school year (see website for school calendar)
- Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
COMPENSATION This is a full-time position with a competitive salary (commensurate with experience), 401k (with pre-tax or post-tax contribution), and Montessori professional development allowance.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $30,000.00 - $36,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
Schedule:
License/Certification:
- CPR Certification (Preferred)
- MACTE Montessori certification (Preferred)
Work Location: In person