Assistant Teacher Hawthorn Montessori School Candler, NC Job Details Full-time $18 - $22 an hour 1 hour ago Benefits Paid time off Qualifications Personal service experience with children Educational material preparation Laundry Montessori teaching method Montessori Full Job Description Are you interested in working with children to help them uncover their potential? Hawthorn Montessori in Asheville, NC seeks an Assistant Teacher for our Primary classroom. Who We Are Hawthorn Montessori is a primary school serving children ages 3-6. Hawthorn opened in 2019 and serves 20 children. We have a deep commitment to nature and equity and have developed a community of families that share our values. Our Network Hawthorn Montessori is part of a network of 1-2 room, teacher-led, authentic Montessori learning environments serving children from infancy through high school. The Wildflower model combines time-tested Montessori methods with promising new practices in family partnership, teacher empowerment, and intentional diversity. At Wildflower, we believe that embracing equity is an essential part of our work. We are committed to deeply engaging in what Maria Montessori called "the preparation of self" as it pertains to understanding our implicit biases, blind spots, and prejudices. Your Role As an Assistant Teacher, you will be a critical member of our school community, supporting the maintenance of the Montessori prepared environment and reinforcing Montessori's philosophy of whole child education. Your responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Preparing and repairing curricular materials Maintaining an inventory of classroom materials Supporting with all aspects of the daily routine, including lunch, dishes, nap time, recess, bathroom duties, and classroom laundry Observing children and sharing questions and observations with teacher leaders Initiating growth and change in your own intellectual and professional development; participating in opportunities for professional growth and learning Experience NC Early Childhood Credential (EDU 119) required Previous experience working with children strongly preferred (in a childcare setting or an in-home/nanny setting) Previous Montessori experience preferred but not required Mindset Committed to

Equity:

You are eager to expand access to quality early education for racially and socioeconomically diverse communities; you are ready to engage in anti-bias, anti-racist self-work and community-work

Generous:

You live with kindness, practice gratitude and lead with love. You seek advice openly and are comfortable working in a non-hierarchical organization.

Growth Oriented:

You are eager to stretch beyond your current experience, to develop new skills and expertise, and to more fully explore your purpose and potential. Hours & Benefits This is a full-time position with a salary range of $18-22/hour, commensurate with experience. Hawthorn Montessori offers PTO as well as opportunities for ongoing professional development, and connection to the wider Wildflower community and supports. Learn More Send a summary of your experience and description of your interests to Katie Anderson at . Hawthorn Montessori does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, creed, religion, sex or gender, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, status with regard to public assistance, or in any other way based on personal identity markers that do not relate to the capacity of an individual person to carry out the responsibilities of a role.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$18.00 - $22.00 per hour Ability to

Commute:

Candler, NC 28715 (Required) Ability to

Relocate:

Candler, NC 28715: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:

In person