What are the responsibilities and job description for the Classroom Aide position at Sunny Hollow?
Sunny Hollow Montessori is an AMI-recognized, 501(c)(3) school serving Toddlers through Junior High. We are conveniently located in St. Paul's Highland Park neighborhood. Additional information can be found at www.sunnyhollow.org.
Casa Classroom Aide: Full-Time, Monday-Friday
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Casa Aide assists the Lead Guide and Assistant in providing a consistent, safe, and nurturing classroom environment, monitoring the work cycle and assisting children when needed.
REQUIRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE: Required Education
High School diploma or equivalent
Preferred Education
Bachelor’s Degree in Education
Completion of Montessori 0-3 or 3-6 Orientation Course
Experience
1-3 years of experience working with children
Qualifications & CompetenciesCertifications
All required annual training per DHS and OSHA, as applicable
Competencies
- Patience
- Creativity
- Playful energy
- Willingness to learn
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Interact with children and their families in a warm, friendly, and respectful manner
- Supervise children, remaining alert to individual and group needs
- Uphold and reinforce the rules of the classroom and school, modeling positive interactions and behavior
- Support children’s emerging independence in daily routines
- Prepare and maintain the classroom environment as directed by the Lead Guide
- Materials-making
- Stocking supplies
- Cleaning and sanitizing materials and furnishings
- Repairing damaged materials
- Support snack, lunch, recess and naptime routines
- Bathroom supervision and assistance, as needed
- Collaborate and communicate with coworkers in an effective, professional, and direct manner
- Participate in special community events and staff meetings as noted in the employee handbook
- Initiate professional development opportunities to meet total hours required by DHS