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Elementary Teacher Assistant
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Montessori Elementary at Highland Park
Chattanooga, TN (In Person)
Full-Time
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BASE LOCATION
MONTESSORIELEMENTARY AT HIGHLAND PARK
(MEHP)700 S.HAWTHORNE STREETCHATTANOOGA, TN 37404CATEGORY
FACULTYPOSITION TYPE:
FULL-TIMESCHOOL YEAR
2026-27START DATE:
07/01/2026END DATE:
06/30/2027REPORTS TO:
SCHOOL PRINCIPALJOB DESCRIPTIONOVERVIEW
Located on the site of the former Highland Park Grammar School, Montessori Elementary at Highland Park will be an anchor institution in one of Chattanooga's most vibrant and diverse urban neighborhoods. Founded in 1889, Highland Park is a historic district that is experiencing explosive growth and redevelopment. Opened in August, 2021, Montessori Elementary at Highland Park is a co-educational public charter school offering educational programs for children entering Pre-K3 through 5th grade. The school serves families from all backgrounds and provides a dynamic, participatory environment that integrates Montessori childhood education with STEM experiential learning.KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIESDemonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills to deal effectively with students, educators, parents, and community membersDemonstrate excellent planning, organizational, problem-solving, decision-making, and time management skillsCommitted to high academic achievement and high expectations for all studentsMaintain high personal standards and integrityAble to be a positive team-player and communicate effectively with colleagues, supervisors, students, and familiesRESPONSIBILITIESAssist the Lead Teacher in managing and coordinating classroom activities and schedulesUse appropriate positive guidance and discipline techniques with the childrenSupervise and guide group activities and children as directed by the classroom teacherResponsible for the safety and well-being of students while under our supervisionMaintain positive interactions with students, staff, and parentsAttend staff and parent meetings as requestedAdhere to all school policies, procedures, and guidelinesOther duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS
Must have a solid foundation in early childhood education and child developmentPrior Montessori teaching experience preferredHave the physical capacity to work with children (includes, but is not limited to bending, minor lifting, working on the floor)Pass a criminal background checkCPR/First Aid Certification COMPENSATIONCompensation is competitive, commensurate with credentials and experience.MEHP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Board of Education will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. MEHP provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. recblid 0izgbld23y0mulrfzohu4o8pkfzt8l Not Specified