Toddler-Assistant Teacher

Full-Time Toddler-Assistant Teacher (February or September 2024 Position Opening)

The Montessori Day School of Brooklyn is seeking a joyful and passionate Early Childhood toddler assistant teacher to join our amazing staff of educators. The ideal candidate should be in process or already possess their certificate in Infant/ toddler Montessori instructions and should have experience working in a Montessori preschool program. The candidate must possess skills to work well with others and a deep understanding of the importance of a prepared learning environment. The ideal candidate will be warm, vibrant and compassionate towards children and will help to create a joyful learning environment with their teaching team.

Responsibilities:

∙ Work with and support the Co-Teachers in preparing and maintaining an emotionally responsive, nurturing, accepting, and safe classroom environment that provides both independent and social learning that meets the varying needs of the students ∙ Plan and work collegially with the team

∙ Support teaching team in conducting family conferences and end of year narrative reports

∙ Attend all faculty meetings and attend professional development opportunities ∙ Participate in meetings with administration about student growth and curriculum

Qualifications:

∙ Experience working with children ages 2's and 3's

∙ Must have experience and be knowledgeable about Early Childhood development and education

∙ Enthusiastic about working with small children in a mixed-age classroom ∙ Early Childhood Education (Associates or Bachelors degree required) ∙ Growth mindset and problem-solving approach

∙ Experience working in a diverse and inclusive setting

∙ Montessori teacher certification a + (but will consider applicants on the pathway to receiving Montessori certification or Montessori experience)

∙ Experience working in an AMS Montessori environment preferred ∙ Strong desire for professional growth and development

∙ Proficiency in technology (Microsoft Word, Excel, Google apps, School Communication apps i.e Tadpoles, ParentSquare, BrightWheel)

∙ Strong ability to communicate effectively with team members, parents, and administrators

Salary: $40,000 - $50,000

***MUST BE COVID VACCINATED***

Benefits: Generous benefits package, paid vacations and holidays, and Professional Development opportunities.

If interested, please contact me at hrandbilling@montessoridayschool.org immediately for consideration.