Child Care Assistant Teacher (Montessori)

Child Care Assistant Teacher (Montessori) 1613 Great Falls Street, McLean, VA 22101 $16

• $17 an hour
• Full-time $16
• $17 an hour
• Full-time We are looking for an energetic teaching assistant to join our team!

In this role, you will support the Lead Teacher in planning and implementing both whole-group and small-group instruction while helping create a nurturing and engaging classroom environment. We're looking for someone who is passionate about education, enjoys working with children, and thrives in a collaborative setting. Strong organizational skills, creativity, and the ability to build meaningful relationships with students, families, and staff are essential.

About Us:

Lewinsville Montessori was first established over 30 years ago as a child development center that provided high quality early childhood education to meet the needs of working families in the greater metro area. We are committed to offering a supportive, full-day, year-round program that meets the needs of working families while fostering each child's growth and development through the Montessori Method.

Key Responsibilities:

Support the Lead Teacher in implementing the classroom curriculum Help maintain a positive, respectful, and organized classroom environment Assist in fostering Montessori classroom culture and meeting individual student needs Build respectful relationships with students, families, and staff Communicate effectively with parents Observe and document student progress Monitor daily attendance Attend staff meetings, trainings, and school events Maintain confidentiality of student information

Qualifications:

High school diploma or GED (required) Fluent in English (required) CPR and First Aid Certification (required) 18 years of age or older (required) At least 1 year of teaching or assistant experience (preferred) Ability to pass federal and state background checks Strong organizational skills and attention to detail High-energy with a love of working with children Interest in or willingness to learn the

Montessori Method Schedule Options:

1 position: Monday

• Friday, 9:00am
• 6:00pm (1-hour unpaid lunch) 2

Positions:

Monday

• Friday 9:30am
• 6:30pm (1-hour unpaid lunch)

Benefits/Perks:

Career advancement opportunities Supportive and collaborative work environment Ongoing training and professional development 401(k) with employer matching Dental insurance QSHERA (Qualified Small Employer Health Reimbursement Arrangement) Supplemental insurance options Paid time off Performance-based bonus Referral program

Additional Requirements:

Ability to commute to McLean, VA (required) Work location:

In Person Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$16.00

• $17.

00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) matching Dental insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Referral program

Education:

High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

Teaching:

1 year (Required)

Language:

English (Required)

License/Certification:

CPR Certification (Required) First Aid Certification (Required) Ability to

Commute:

McLean, VA 22101 (Required)

Work Location:

In person