Classroom Assistant-Montessori Toddler Classroom Three Tree Montessori School - 2.3 Burien, WA Job Details Full-time From $20.63 an hour 22 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Retirement plan Qualifications Student supervision Hygiene practices (early childhood general education) Confidential information handling High school diploma or GED Montessori teaching method Activity planning for children Full Job Description Job Description This role is for a FT person to work in and support the to Toddler (15 months-3 years) level classrooms. The hours will be an 8-hour shift sometime between 8:30 -5. The Toddler Classroom Assistant works in an environment with up to 14 children between the ages of 15 months-3 years alongside a Montessori-trained Toddler Guide and a second Toddler Assistant. In the summer, two assistants continue the work with up to 12 children. The duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Maintaining order and cleanliness of the environment and ensuring that closing duties are met daily. Perform cleaning, sanitizing, disinfection, and maintenance necessary to keep the classroom and common spaces clean, beautiful, and safe. Meet the toddler children where they are physically, socially, and emotionally. Maintaining an open, loving, and cooperative environment. Have an inherent love for this stage of development, and the ability to assist the students with their most personal needs such as toileting, washing, and dressing. Consistent attendance is important to the students and the functioning of the classroom. Communicate with the children using language and tone of voice that is authentic, natural, and, most importantly, kind. Promote feelings of security and trust in toddlers by encouraging and supporting them when necessary through activities and practical life skills. Seek balance when supporting the toddlers: avoid over-assisting or abandonment while children are practicing new skills (dressing, putting on shoes, face washing, nose-wiping, etc.). Remember the credo should be "help me help myself to learn to do it well." Follow the children and the energy of the classroom to determine the needs of the students. Ensure that toddlers are clean and well cared for regarding toileting, eating, handwashing, and mucus. Be available, present, and focused on the children at all times and especially during daily transitions (i.e., work cycle, walks, recess, lunch, and naps). Oversee and engage toddlers during recess time; ensure that activities are stimulating, age-appropriate, and safe. Maintain a positive work environment among all staff that is professional, kind, and inclusive. Engage in weekly team meetings by sharing observations and asking questions about child development and how to best support each child. Qualifications Must be 18 or older, have a high school diploma or its equivalent, and meet the requirements of the licensing agencies that regulate the school. Employees must demonstrate the ability to work effectively both independently and as a team member. Strong communication skills; proven ability to communicate with children and adults with courtesy, respect, acceptance, and patience. A warm, friendly personality and the ability to work well with the children and other staff members. A demonstrated ability to manage confidential information appropriately. Employees should be able to perform the physical requirements of the job: bending, lifting, carrying up to 50 pounds, cleaning, etc. Employees shall have or be open to acquiring knowledge of the Montessori philosophy.

Pay:

From $20.63 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance

License/Certification:

Child Care Basics (Preferred) Ability to

Commute:

Burien, WA 98166 (Required)

Work Location:

In person