What are the responsibilities and job description for the Toddler House/Children's House Assistant Teacher position at Bay Farm?
8:00-4:00 pm (or 9:00 - 5:00 pm) Toddler House/Children's House Assistant Teacher
Bay Farm Montessori Academy is searching for a passionate assistant teacher to assist in various classrooms of our school each year from late August through early June. If you are interested in joining a highly-trained team of teachers to promote a vibrant Montessori experience for our 3-6 year old children, please apply.
Bay Farm’s teacher assistants will help prepare a Montessori environment that challenges each child to reach their fullest potential under the direction of the Lead Teachers. The assistant teacher is also responsible for maintaining the operation of the classroom in accordance with state licensing requirements. The assistant teacher performs his/her services under the direction and supervision of the Lead Teacher, Director of Education, and Head of School.
The Assistant Teacher is essential for the daily success of the classroom by helping prepare the environment, maintaining order in the classroom, and managing the tone and volume for the classroom as Lead Teachers work with individual students and small groups of students.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Assist Lead Teacher in the preparation and maintenance of classroom materials, environment, and curriculum.
- Classroom teaching, assist children with toileting and hygiene.
- Assist Lead Teacher in keeping excellent student records.
- Develop a mutually beneficial relationship with parents of students through ongoing responsible, timely, and respectful communication.
- Participation in staff meetings, training, school events (e .g., Curriculum Nights, Parent Nights, etc.)
- Collaborate with coworkers to provide the best possible educational experience for students.
- When requested, participate in meetings and reviews for students with special needs.
- Represent the school in a positive light, whether in or out of school.
- Rotate extended care responsibilities from 3:00-5:00.
Minimum Requirements:
- Experience preferably in early childhood education
- Willingness to pursue certification with the State of MA
- Interest in Montessori Philosophy
- Calm and peaceful disposition
- A strong desire for ongoing learning about teaching, children, education, and Montessori
- EEC Certification Preferred but not Required
Our Mission:
We work together to cultivate a vibrant Montessori learning community where children are inspired to grow with joy, purpose, and compassion. Through the wonder of direct exploration, the satisfaction of engaged learning, and the integration of visual and performing arts, Bay Farm Montessori Academy students develop the skills and sense of responsibility to be confident learners, eager to understand themselves and their world.
You can learn more about our school at www.bfarm.org.
Job Types: Full-time
