Assistant Teacher - Infants/Toddlers

FT Assistant Teacher - Infants/Toddlers Are you a self-directed learner eager to make a significant impact in a child's life by learning and applying the Montessori method of education? Share your respect and awe for children by becoming a passionate and supportive member of our Salem Montessori School (SMS) community.
Our number one priority is the well-being and development of every child.
This includes the whole child - the physical, social/emotional, and cognitive.
Our SMS staff members work together as part of a collaborative, caring team and serve as positive role models.
SMS is currently hiring for a Full-time assistant to work with Preschool or Toddler aged children! *Previous applicants need not to re-apply.
Please contact Directly.
What we offer/Benefits: Comprehensive Benefits Package Competitive Pay Holiday Care Hours Training and Career Development Opportunities Medical/Dental/Insurance Plans Gaining experience working with children ages 0-3yrs Successful team members: Are dependable and consistent in their ability to be physically and mentally present for the children.
Take responsibility for being proactive in problem-solving, caring for the environment, and building relationships.
Have a keen awareness and observation skills.
Communicate articulately, respectfully, and constructively.
Establish and enforce rules and boundaries of behavior for children in their classrooms.
We have a very structured classroom environment.
Be professional and mature in appearance and attitude.
Help children use resources and explore during learning and play activities using the Montessori method of learning.
Expectations: Monday-Friday 40 hours per week Ability to be on your feet.
Ability to lift and move.
Ability to conduct chores apart from childcare (cleaning, etc.
) Willingness to engage with young children and other staff members.
Requirements: Ages 18 or older High School Diploma or GED CPR and First Aid Certified or willing to be certified.
Experience with children (preferred) We conduct random drug testing.
PLEASE NOTE: Employees who are made an offer of employment will be required to pass a post-offer pre-employment background process that includes passing a Basic TB and fingerprint test and completing an online training program.
Applicants who do not pass or participate in any of this pre-employment process will have their offer of employment rescinded.
Visit https://salemmontessori.
org/ or https://amshq.
org/ to learn more about Montessori.
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