Teacher Assistant

The Julia Brown Schools were founded in 1967 by Charles and Julia Brown. We have over 50 years of experience educating the children using the Montessori method of education. We currently serve children ages 15 months to 9 years old. Our environment is calm and peaceful.

Montessori is a system of education for young children that seeks to develop natural interests and activities rather than use formal traditional teaching methods. Dr. Maria Montessori, an Italian physician and educator, developed this unique method of learning in 1907. If you are interested in the Montessori method, there is room for growth at our schools. We prefer to promote from within.

Our staff must be caring, dependable, dedicated individuals who truly enjoy working with young children.

We have four locations in Maryland:

• Laurel
• Columbia
• Silver Spring
• Olney

Responsibilities

• Following the principles of the Montessori method, develop careful and creative activities suitable for the children.
• Manage lunch, nap, recess, and snack times
• Supervise children to ensure they are safe at all times
• Maintain a clean and tidy classroom consistent with health and safety standards

Skills

• Proven experience as a Toddler Teacher
• Familiarity with safety and sanitation guidelines for classrooms
• Excellent communication and instructional skills
• Patient, flexible, friendly and reliable
• Flexibility to work with group on your own or to work as a team with a fellow staff
• Balance between a creative mind and a practical acumen

Requirements

• Dependable
• Ability to stand for long periods of time.
• Ability to be active in ensuring the safety of the children and in assisting them through the education curriculum.
• Ability to be aware at all times of the children and their environment. Being aware of potentially dangerous situations and taking proactive action should that be necessary.
• Enjoy working with young children
• Proof of certifications
• Willingness to take required child care certification courses
• These are examples only and in no way imply that no further requirements are necessary.

Benefits

• Childcare Discount
• Paid Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401k
• Continuing Education

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $16.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required); foreign transcripts acceptable

Experience:

• Childcare: 1 year (preferred)

License/Certifications (preferred, but not required prior to hire although must be obtained if hired):

• 45 hour Child Growth and Development Certificate
• 45 hour Infant/Toddler Certificate
• 45 hour Preschool Certificate
• 45 hour School Age Certificate