Montessori Assistant Teacher Montessori Children's CenterPosition:

Part-Time and Full-Time Opportunities Schedule:

Flexible scheduling based on center needs and availability Position Summary Montessori Children's Center is seeking caring, dependable, and enthusiastic Assistant Teachers to join our team. Assistant Teachers work alongside Lead Teachers to provide a safe, nurturing, respectful, and developmentally appropriate environment for children. The Assistant Teacher plays an important role in supporting the daily classroom experience, helping maintain a well-organized environment, assisting with children's routines and care, and creating positive relationships with children, families, and coworkers. This position is a great opportunity for someone who is passionate about working with young children and wants to grow their knowledge and experience in early childhood education and the Montessori philosophy. Essential Responsibilities Assist the Lead Teacher with the daily operation of the classroom. Provide attentive, nurturing, and responsive care to children. Help maintain a safe, clean, organized, and welcoming classroom environment. Follow all Michigan childcare licensing requirements, center policies, and health and safety procedures. Maintain appropriate classroom ratios and actively supervise children at all times. Complete required name-to-face attendance and supervision procedures. Assist children with daily routines, including meals, snacks, diapering, toileting, handwashing, dressing, rest time, and transitions. Encourage children to develop independence and age-appropriate self-help skills. Support developmentally appropriate activities and learning experiences. Assist with Montessori-inspired practical life activities, sensory experiences, movement, language, art, and exploration. Encourage positive social interactions, communication, emotional regulation, and problem-solving. Follow the Lead Teacher's classroom plans and direction while contributing positively to the classroom environment. Observe children and communicate relevant developmental, behavioral, or classroom concerns to the Lead Teacher. Assist with maintaining accurate classroom documentation and daily records. Maintain a clean and sanitary classroom by helping sanitize toys, tables, chairs, shelves, and other classroom materials and surfaces. Assist with classroom preparation, organization, transitions, and closing responsibilities. Work cooperatively with Lead Teachers, other Assistant Teachers, administration, and support staff. Communicate respectfully and professionally with children, families, and coworkers. Attend required staff meetings, professional development, and trainings. Support the mission, values, and philosophy of Montessori Children's Center. Qualifications High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred. Previous experience working with children is preferred but not required. CDA or coursework in Early Childhood Education is a plus. Must meet Michigan childcare licensing requirements for the position. Current CPR/First Aid certification or willingness to obtain certification. Ability to complete required annual health and safety training. Dependable, patient, nurturing, and willing to learn. Strong communication and teamwork skills. Ability to follow directions and work effectively as part of a team. Ability to remain calm and professional in a busy childcare environment. Genuine interest in supporting children and their development. What We're Looking For We are looking for Assistant Teachers who understand that every interaction with a child is an opportunity to build trust, confidence, independence, and a love of learning. The ideal candidate is someone who is dependable, patient, positive, team-oriented, and willing to learn. Assistant Teachers should be comfortable stepping in where needed, helping their classroom team, and creating a warm environment where children feel safe, loved, seen, and supported. Our Assistant Teachers are an important part of our team and have the opportunity to learn from experienced educators while developing their own skills in early childhood education and Montessori practices. Physical Requirements Ability to lift and safely carry young children when necessary. Ability to sit, stand, bend, kneel, squat, and move frequently throughout the classroom. Ability to actively supervise and respond quickly to children's needs. Ability to assist with diapering, toileting, feeding, cleaning, transitions, and other routine childcare responsibilities. Ability to participate in indoor and outdoor activities with children.

Employment Opportunities Full-Time:

9AM-6PM Consistent weekly schedule with full-time hours based on center needs.

Part-Time:

1PM-6PM Flexible scheduling with part-time hours based on center needs and employee availability. Montessori Children's Center values employees who are committed to growing professionally and providing high-quality care and education to the children we serve.

Location:

Montessori Children's Center Pay:

$13.75 - $19.16 per hour Expected hours: 25.0 - 40.0 per week

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person