CMH is dedicated to recruiting enthusiastic, qualified candidates possessing a growth mindset, that will join in our commitment of letting learning happen, naturally. We are proud to employ a faculty of certified Montessori teachers, with each educator a member of the American Montessori Society. We are also affiliated with and a member school of the Cincinnati Montessori Society. See below for our current career opportunities. We want to hear from you!
Job Description
The role of the Teacher’s Assistant is to support the Lead Teachers in preparing and maintaining the classroom environment. The Teacher’s Assistant will perform all duties and tasks related to the care of students in the educational program. The Teacher’s Assistant is directly accountable to the Lead Teachers and will maintain a level of professional behavior that is appropriate in the field of education and supportive of CMH as a viable educational alternative to our students and families.
This is a full-time, non-exempt position paid hourly. Hours for the position are 8:00am – 3:00pm
Monday through Friday.
QUALIFICATIONS
- High School Degree or equivalent
- Ability to work professionally with school staff, students, and parents.
- Experience with young children
- Willingness on the part of the individual to maintain active participation in advancing their professional capabilities through on-going professional development
RESPONSIBILITIES
The following items are in addition to specific tasks assigned by the Lead Teachers or the Head of School
- Support the Lead Teachers you are working with. Ask for clarification, explanations or directives that enable you to provide continuous support
- Prompt arrival and excellent attendance are crucial. Any anticipated tardiness or illness must be reported to the Lead Teachers and the director of finance and administration as soon as possible so that appropriate staffing of the program is assured
- Responsible for the safety and physical well-being of children, who must be supervised at all times. Must be capable of independent supervision of the children whenever so directed by the Lead Teachers
- Be vigilant when supervising children on the playground. Keep in mind safety, enforce the ground rules of the playground and always position yourself so that you can see the children clearly
- Remain calm and in emotional control while with the children. Model appropriate interactions, language, and behavior. Relate to the children with courtesy, respect, acceptance, and patience
- Responsible for the cleanliness and upkeep of the Prepared Environment. This may include, but not be limited to: dusting, wiping shelves and materials, laundry, cleaning spills, helping to care for classroom pets, restocking supplies, straightening activities and tidying work areas, etc.
- Ability to support the students in their learning activities while refraining from doing for the child what the child can do independently
- Responsible for the preparation of materials as directed by the Lead Teachers
- Must politely and tactfully refer any parental inquiries about a child directly to the LeadTeachers
- Attend all school-sponsored events as agreed upon with and/or requested by the Head of School
- Participate in a regularly scheduled meeting/classroom review with the Lead Teachers
- Maintain confidentiality in alignment with the school’s policies and procedures
- Possess ability to lift 50 pounds from floor to chest, squat, kneel and stand multiple and, often, prolonged periods of time
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
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