Assistant Toddler Teacher

Overview The Assistant Teacher assists the Lead Teacher to guide students, according to Montessori methodology, in a prepared environment that supports each student in reaching his/her fullest potential academically, emotionally and socially. The Assistant Teacher is the "right hand" of the Lead teacher and the school director. S/he must be able to take directions from the lead teacher and constantly work on improving his/her implementation and understanding of the Montessori method. The assistant helps maintain the adult/child ratio in the classroom and is always attentive, involved and creative. The assistant teacher is always focused on the student's activity in or out the classroom.

Responsibilities:

In close consultation with the lead teacher: ❧ Review weekly lesson plans and assist with the written summary of the week. ❧ Prepare materials to meet the needs and interests of the children. ❧ Ensure that materials are complete and in good condition. ❧ Support Lead Teacher in the implementation of Montessori goals and objectives. ❧ Share observations and questions relating to student ❧ Provide safe and secure environment. ❧ Maintain the classroom space clean and orderly before the students' use ❧ Ensure that the works/materials are always fully prepared for students' use. ❧ Support in establishing ground rules, schedule and routines. ❧ Prepare a checklist and know the sequence of the lessons and all the components of the individual exercises. ❧ Provide adequate and appropriate supervision of the children at all times. ❧ Assume more responsibility in the classroom with the group activities in music, movement, stories etc. ❧ Meet individual needs of the child. ❧ Provide assistance to the lead teacher at all times to enable him/her to teach. ❧ Inform the Lead teacher of any information coming from a parent. ❧ Convey any issues regarding students to the lead teacher instead of directly engaging with the family. ❧ Assist Lead teacher in the maintenance of the ongoing records including observation notes and conference summary forms. ❧ Assist Lead teacher with the preparation of and participation in parent conferences. ❧ Assist Lead teacher in checking classroom e-mails and telephone messages. ❧ Assist Lead teacher in organizing notes for writing reports. ❧ Maintain ongoing communication with team members. ❧ Report any accidents immediately and prepare a written report stating the details. ❧ Establish professional relationship with staff in order to best meet the needs of each child ❧ Protect privacy and confidentiality of children and the families. ❧ Support the mission and goals of Peace Cottage. ❧ Maintain the classroom space clean and orderly by doing basic sweeping and vacuuming at the end of each day. ❧ Assist in maintaining the school's system of record keeping. ❧ Participate in staff meetings. ❧ Attend parent meetings if requested to do so. ❧ Assist and guide all substitute teachers. ❧ Attend parent education events as well as other school sponsored events. ❧ Support in execution of all sick-child procedures. ❧ Participate in regular evaluation process including classroom observations, feedback conferences, and a semi-annual self-evaluation. ❧ Maintain and improve teaching skills by participating in professional development activities and conferences. ❧ Participate in all school activities designed to make Peace Cottage a productive learning environment. ❧ Attend all staff training and in-service days. ❧ Adhere to the guidelines and policies as established by

PEACEFUL COTTAGE

❧ Demonstrate professional behavior at all times. ❧ Exhibit emotional maturity and stability. ❧ Demonstrate the ability to relate to children in a positive and pleasant manner. ❧ Comply with all applicable state and federal laws. ❧ Perform additional duties, beyond those regular employment duties within the scope of regular teacher's duties and responsibilities, that benefit the school and as are recommended by the school director and the Head of Schools..

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$14.00 - $15.00 per hour

Benefits:

Paid time off

Experience:

Teaching:

1 year (Preferred) Special education: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

Teaching Certification (Preferred) Special Education Certification (Preferred) Ability to

Commute:

Malvern, PA 19355 (Required) Ability to

Relocate:

Malvern, PA 19355: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:

In person