What are the responsibilities and job description for the Teaching Assistant position at Steeplechase Academy?
Steeplechase Academy is a brand new dual-language Montessori school serving infants through sixth graders in south Kansas City. We are locally owned and operated with nearly 100 years of private and public school administration on our team. We are excited to offer this exceptional new program to the area.
At Steeplechase Academy our teachers are our greatest resources. Your role includes creating a safe environment and maintaining a clean, organized classroom. We are looking for teachers who demonstrate exemplary leadership qualities and motivation. Our teachers and assistants are custodians of the Montessori environment, guiding students to explore their greatest possible potential. Teachers must be able to communicate with parents and administration, supervise students, handle emergencies, and engage positively in the classroom. Fluency in a second language is a plus. If you have an educational background or experience in early childhood education, we invite you to explore this opportunity by submitting your application today.
- Montessori Guides; teachers are responsible for guiding students to explore activities, keeping all materials clean and organized
- Communication with parents, administration, and peers
- Supervise students
- Adhere to daily schedules for infants and toddlers
- Handle emergencies
- Engage positively in the classroom
- A background in an educational setting is beneficial but not necessary
- Positive communicator
- Able to follow a provided daily schedule for the students
- Reliable worker to create a consistent routine for the students
- Must be able to pass a mandatory background screening
Steeplechase Academy is the newest Montessori Preschool and Private Elementary School in south Kansas City, located off 92nd Street and Wornall Rd.
We offer our full time employees benefits after their 90 days; health insurance, paid time off, paid holidays and child care benefits.
Salary : $15 - $20