Bellevue Montessori School Inc.
Location
Bellevue, WA | United States
Job description
This is not a seasonal position.
Bellevue Montessori School is dedicated to providing the best possible education and care for our children. As a school, it is our mission to create and maintain an environment in which the following goals of a Montessori education may be met:
Awaken a child’s spirit and imagination
Encourage a normal desire for independence
Foster a high sense of self-esteem
Help develop in all children the qualities of kindness, courtesy and self- discipline
Teach children to observe, question and explore ideas independently
Help children master social skills and knowledge
We are looking for assistant teachers to provide support who are guiding children (age 3-6) in our pm Montessori classrooms and continuing through after-school Activity Club programs. This position's hours would be approximately: 2:00PM to 6PM. The Assistant Teacher would help supervise, lunch, recess, and support the classroom staff during the afternoon work period. Starting at 2:00pm, the Assistant Teacher would work in teams of two to oversee the after school "Activity Club".
When accepting a position with Bellevue Montessori School, the Activity Club (AC) Support Staff agrees to collaborate with other staff in providing a nurturing environment that supports a child’s social, emotional, physical and intellectual development. AC staff facilitate the comprehensive development of all students by interacting positively, confidently and respectfully with all children, family and staff members. AC staff are under the direct supervision of the Assistant Program Director and Activity Club Lead.
Some Expectations of Activity Club Staff are as follows:
In teams of two, oversee a group of up to 20 children between 2:00 to 6:00pm by:
Cleaning and rotating of activities, books and art supplies
Knowing and following health & safety procedures
Providing snacks for the children
Offering assistance to children, only when necessary per the Montessori way
Leading and guiding small group activities (art, science, baking, circle activities, books and songs)
Engaging in conversation with children to increase their opportunities for language
Using positive discipline techniques to help students gain self-discipline and learn how to settle their own disputes using conflict resolution skills
Leaving the classroom clean and ready for the morning including using the three-step process to clean and sanitize the tables and chairs at the end of the night
Follow DCYF standards and BMS protocols/procedures
Complete the annual 10 STARs hours of continuing education as part of their professional and personal development
You should definitely apply to this position if you are looking to get into a career in education or if you would like to learn more about Maria Montessori’s internationally renowned teaching philosophy.
Some benefits of being a BMS Teaching Assistant include:
- The opportunity to directly impact the education of children positively
- Being a part of our amazing reputation
- Professional development programs for those who are interested in becoming a certified Montessori Instructor
- Competitive Hourly Starting Rate of $20 per hour
- Reimbursement of up to $100 to complete the initial DCYF Licensing requirement (see below details on DCYF requirement)
- Staff Events (Employee Appreciation Day, etc.)
- EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
- Opportunity to enroll in SIRA matching up to 3% (must meet certain criteria)
You may be a great fit if you:
- Enjoy the presence of young children and want to help foster their growth
- Demonstrate flexibility and consistency in your work ethic and history
- Have experience observing children and have a background knowledge of the Montessori method.
Requirements:
Per our DCYF (Department of Children, Youth and Families) regulations regarding educators, we require that all employees complete a PBC (portable background check), fingerprinting, CPR/FA for infant, youth, adult certification, Blood Borne Pathogen, WA State Food Handler’s Permit, proof of MMR (Measles, mumps, and rubella), proof of a negative Tuberculosis skin test, complete 30 hours basic initial childcare course, and continuously meet the STARs 10 hours each year. If not yet completed, our team will gladly help walk you through these necessary steps.
Come be a part of our amazing family of educators and teach the next generation of our community!
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcome all interested persons to apply who are 18 years or older.
“Children are human beings to whom respect is due, superior to us by reason of their innocence and of the greater possibilities of their future.” – Maria Montessori
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