Join Our Team at Woodland Montessori School!

Position:

Assistant Teacher/Support Staff (Float) (Part-Time | 28-32 hrs/week, hours range from 10:30 am-5:30 pm)

Location:

Kalispell, MT Are you passionate about early childhood education and eager to make a meaningful impact in a nurturing, community-focused environment? Woodland Montessori School is seeking a caring, flexible, and enthusiastic Assistant Teacher / Float to join our dedicated team, starting August 24th ! At Woodland Montessori School, we provide a warm, inclusive setting that celebrates curiosity, kindness, and lifelong learning for children ages 2-6. As an Assistant Teacher, you'll play a vital role in supporting the daily flow of our classrooms-helping maintain an engaging, peaceful environment and ensuring every child feels safe, supported, and inspired.

What You'll Do:

Support Classrooms:

Float between rooms to assist teachers and students, helping create a calm and joyful learning space.

Lunchtime & Playground Supervision:

Keep children safe and engaged during meals and outdoor play.

Smooth Transitions:

Help children move between activities with ease and confidence.

Cleaning:

Maintain a clean, welcoming environment for all.

Aftercare Engagement:

Lead fun, enriching activities in our aftercare program.

Student Support:

Offer one-on-one attention to children who need extra care or encouragement.

Team Communication:

Collaborate with teachers and staff to meet student needs.

Emergency Preparedness:

Be ready to respond calmly and effectively in any situation.

What We're Looking For:

Experience in early childhood education preferred High School Diploma or GED required Must complete Montana Child Care Provider requirements (we'll pay for your training day!) CPR Certification (reimbursed after 90 days) Current

TDAP & MMR

vaccinations Ability to lift, bend, and be active throughout the day Must pass FBI fingerprint background check

Schedule:

Shifts range from 5-8 hours School hours: Monday-Friday, 7:25 AM-5:30 PM No weekends!

Perks & Benefits:

CPR Certification Reimbursement Paid Time Off:

2 sick days/year + vacation time after 1 year

Retirement Match:

3%

Simple IRA Health Insurance Stipend:

Up to \$150/month for FT employees (30+ hrs)

Tuition Discount & Free Childcare:

For enrolled staff children (based on availability) Ongoing Training & Professional Development Year-Round Employment Why Woodland Montessori School? We're more than a school-we're a community. Our team is passionate about creating a space where children thrive and educators feel valued. If you're someone who loves working with young children, enjoys variety in your day, and wants to make a real difference, we'd love to meet you! Ready to apply or learn more? Let's connect! We're excited to welcome a new team member who shares our love for early childhood education. WMS does not permit staff to bring infants or children to work. Enrollment for children aged 2-6 may be possible if there are openings in the current school year.

Job Type:

Part-time Pay:

$17.50 - $19.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) matching Employee discount Paid time off

Education:

High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

Early childhood education: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

CPR Certification (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person