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Valparaiso Montessori School

Teaching Assistant

Pay: $29,120/yr

Posted: 07/15/2026

Location: Valparaiso, IN (Onsite)

Last Updated: 1 week ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/6/2026

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A Teacher Assistant assists classroom teachers by providing extra individual attention and instruction to students. Helps teachers with recordkeeping, preparation for lessons and activities and supervising students. May work with special education students, or work in a school library or computer lab; may be called teacher aide or paraprofessional.

$34,064 / year median in Indiana

+9% projected growth

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Location:

Valparaiso, IN Job Type:

Full-Time (Part-Time Considered) About Us We are a nurturing Montessori school dedicated to fostering independence, curiosity, and a lifelong love of learning. Our classrooms provide a peaceful, engaging environment where children thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. Position Summary We are seeking a caring, dependable, and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to support our Montessori lead teacher in creating a safe, organized, and engaging learning environment. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working with children and wants to grow in Montessori education. Responsibilities Assist the lead teacher with daily classroom activities and lesson preparation. Support children in developing independence, confidence, and practical life skills. Maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming classroom environment. Supervise children during indoor and outdoor activities. Help prepare learning materials and classroom displays. Communicate professionally with staff and families. Follow all school safety and licensing requirements. Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent required. Experience working with young children preferred. Montessori experience or training is a plus but not required. Positive attitude, patience, and excellent communication skills. Reliable, punctual, and able to work collaboratively with a team. Must successfully complete required background checks. What We Offer Competitive pay based on experience. Supportive and collaborative work environment. Opportunities for professional development and Montessori training. A rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful difference in children's lives. Schedule Monday-Friday Day shift No evenings or weekends How to Apply If you are passionate about working with children and would like to join a supportive Montessori community, we'd love to hear from you. Please submit your resume through Indeed along with a brief introduction describing your interest in the position.

Job Type:

Part-time Pay:

$13.50 - $14.50 per hour

Work Location:

In person