What are the responsibilities and job description for the Teacher's Assistant / Teacher's Aide (Pre-school / Kindergarten) position at Montessori School of Boise - Casa dei Bambini?
WORK EXPERIENCE
No previous preschool / childcare / classroom experience required or necessary
EDUCATION
High school diploma or GED or higher
JOB DUTIES
Teacher's Assistants & Aides work cohesively with the lead teachers. The job duties range from organizing materials and cleaning the workspace to facilitating the learning process for each child. All staff members are expected to support the Montessori teaching method. Specifically, they must help guide the child through self-directed activities, allowing the child to develop at his or her own pace. They are expected to foster, along with the lead teachers, a nurturing and stimulating non-competitive environment.
Montessori Teacher's Assistants Described by AMI USA
Every day classroom assistants in an AMI Montessori program provide integral support to insure that children have an authentic Montessori experience.
An Effective Assistant
Supports the teacher
Prepares and maintains the environment
Observes behaviors
Models grace and courtesy
Preserves and protects lessons
Assists in the development of independence
Teacher's assistants work with the lead teacher to prepare and maintain an orderly, attractive, and joyful environment. They provide another pair of observant, attentive eyes and ears. Classroom assistants are also crucial in modeling courteous and respectful behavior as well as contributing to the warm, supportive, and calm atmosphere that is the hallmark of AMI Montessori classrooms.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From $17.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Tuition reimbursement
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends
Application Question(s):
- This position requires a background check. Background checks require fingerprinting and must be done at Boise City Hall. Would you be willing to go through this background check?
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Language:
- English (Required)
Work Location: One location
Salary : $17