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ASSISTANT TODDLER GUIDE
About the position
NOPA Montessori is seeking to hire a full-time, committed and passionate educator to join our supportive team. The Assistant Teacher will work in collaboration with the Lead Teacher to prepare and maintain the classroom environment, including cleaning, arranging and stocking classroom materials. The Assistant Teacher is a crucial part of fostering a loving, supportive, and calm community!
Job Responsibilities
Supervise 12 children between the ages of 18 months - 2.5 years old inside the classroom and during two daily park outings
Keep the environment in order: clean, supplied and in good repair
Collaborate and communicate with classroom staff and administration
Support the Lead Teacher by observing children and keeping records of their progress
Support children through the toilet learning process
Support children during nap time
Be available for full time work shifts 9:15am-6:00pm Monday through Friday.
Qualifications
12 ECE Credits (Minimum of 6 units completed and enrolled in 6 additional units)
Classroom Experience with children between the ages 18 months - 2.5 years old (1+ years preferred)
Experience in a Montessori classroom is a plus!
A warm and friendly personality with the ability to be sensitive to the feelings and needs of others, including children and adults
Love of children and families
Must have oral and written proficiency in the English language
Must complete post-offer, pre-employment physical, provide proof of required vaccinations and TB test
Ability to lift 40 pounds
Criminal and Background Clearance
CPR/First Aid Certification (or be willing to acquire)
Must be authorized to work in the US (We CANNOT sponsor visas at this time)
Compensation
We offer a competitive SF salary and benefits package including health insurance (medical, dental, vision), paid vacation and major holidays, professional development opportunities, tuition discounts, and relocation reimbursement.
Start Date
Can start immediately and ideally by April 6, 2026
Substitute teachers
Job Responsibilities
Support the teaching staff to supervise children inside the classroom and during park outings
Keep the environment in order: clean, supplied and in good repair
Collaborate and communicate with classroom staff and administration
Support children during nap time
Support children with the toileting process
Be available substitute work shifts between 8:00am-6:00pm Monday through Friday
Qualifications
12 ECE Credits (Minimum of 6 units completed and enrolled in 6 additional units)
Classroom experience with children between the ages 18 months - 5 years years old (1+ years preferred)
Experience in a Montessori classroom is a plus!
A warm and friendly personality with the ability to be sensitive to the feelings and needs of others, including children and adults
Love of children and families
Must complete post-offer, pre-employment physical, provide proof of required vaccinations and TB test
Ability to lift 40 pounds
Criminal and Background Clearance
Must be authorized to work in the US (We CANNOT sponsor visas at this time)
Start Date
Immediate Openings
“Teachers who love teaching, teach children to love learning.”
