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Full time ASSISTANT Guide
About the position
NOPA Montessori is seeking to hire a full-time, committed and passionate educator to join our supportive team. The Assistant Guide will work in collaboration with the Lead Guide and classroom team to prepare and maintain the classroom environment, including cleaning, arranging and stocking classroom materials. The Assistant Guide is a crucial part of fostering a loving, supportive, and calm community!
Job Responsibilities
Supervise children between the ages of 1.5 - 6 years old inside the classroom and during three 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 Guide by observing children and keeping records of their progress
Support children during nap time
Be available for full time work shifts 8:00-4:45pm or 9:15-6:00pm Monday through Friday.
Qualifications
12 ECE Credits (Minimum of 6 units completed and enrolled in 6 additional units)
Preschool Classroom Experience with children between the ages 1.5 - 6 years old (1+ years preferred)
Experience in a Montessori classroom is a plus!
Montessori Diploma 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)
We cannot sponsor visa’s for this position.
Start Date
Flexible start - Immediate opening and by ideally by July, 2025
AMI Primary Junior GUIDE (GUIDE APPRENTICE)
About the position
The AMI Primary Junior Guide will work in collaboration with the AMI Primary Lead Guide to ensure a nurturing and positive experience for the children in our care and their families. This is a perfect role for a candidate who is excited to learn from an experienced guide and has a strong passion to support high quality Montessori education.
Job Responsibilities
Under the direction of the Lead Guide, give lessons according to the Lead Guide’s training
At the request of the Lead Guide, make AMI-aligned Montessori materials for the classroom to be reviewed by the Lead Guide prior to adding them to the classroom environment
Assist in the creation and maintenance of a well-prepared and safe environment for children
Ensure interruptions of lessons or of the work cycle are minimized
Observe children’s behavior and activity and communicate notable observations to the Lead Guide
Assist with other projects, programs and planning as assigned by the Lead Guide (this may include supporting the Lead Guide with photos, tracking, and lessons data entry)
Share the responsibility and supervision of the children during free play times, lunch and rest periods, including the transition and travel to other spaces
Actively engage in mealtime, toileting, and nap procedures to ensure the children’s food, hygiene, and rest needs are met
Treat all children with dignity and respect and in a manner that supports their independence
Collaborate with classroom staff and administration
Qualifications
Association Montessori Internationale (AMI) Diploma for the 3 - 6 years old
12 ECE Credits (the AMI Diploma may meet this requirement)
Criminal and Background Clearance
Able to lift 40lbs
Love of children and families
Organized and well spoken
Open minded and growth oriented
Be available for full time work, 5 days a week.
Start Date
Flexible start - Immediate opening and ideally by July, 2025
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.”
