Mountaintop Montessori, a private independent school, is currently seeking qualified candidates to fill a part-time position. The position begins mid-August and runs through early June, with the potential of continuing through the summer months and into the next school year

About the Position:

Desired profile for this position is someone who has experience working with children, possesses strong classroom management skills, and has the ability to guide children through redirection and affirmative language. An open-mind, a sense of humor, and flexibility are also highly desired. This position assists with the aftercare programs, consisting of students ranging in age from 2 ½ through 8th grade. It begins mid-August and is contracted through early June with the potential of continuing into the next school year.

Aftercare Assistant is responsible for (but not limited to) the following duties:

• Supervising students ages 2 ½ - 4 in the nap room, and ensuring a calm, peaceful environment
• Supervising students ages 1st grade - 8th grade on the playground and in the aftercare room.
• Assisting with general monitoring of playground and snack time to ensure safety and order
• Developing sound relationships with all students
• Ensuring group transitions happen safely and effectively
• Maintaining appropriate child-to-staff ratios at all times
• Maintaining accurate records of participant attendance during parent pick-up period
• Classroom maintenance/cleaning
• Must follow all Mountaintop Montessori policies and procedures, as well as all Virginia Department of Education licensing standards

Interested applicants should direct correspondence to Mary Reitsma @ mreitsma@mountaintopmontessori.org Director of Camps and Afterschool Programs.