What are the responsibilities and job description for the Montessori Assistant Guide (Primary and/or Lower Elementary) position at Casa dei Girasoli Montessori School?
Job Description
Job Description
Summary
Guides are responsible for providing a nurturing, productive learning environment in keeping with the mission and vision of the school. Assistant Guides model positive interactions with students while collaborating with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary units of study as needed and play an integral role in the building and growth of Casa dei Girasoli Montessori School. Contract would begin during summer to ensure smooth and supported start to school year (start date can be flexible).
Duties
The duties of Assistant Guides include but are not limited to :
- Provide a safe, effective and nurturing classroom and learning environment
- Observe, record, and respond to the needs of students
- Model positive behaviors and facilitate conversations with students
- Collaborate with staff and / or other educational supports as needed
- Participate in all school-based and state mandated professional development
- Plan and participate in parent-teacher conferences
- Work in partnership with colleagues on identifying and addressing student learning needs and instructional unit planning
- Participate in staff and school-wide planning to maintain continuity between classrooms and overall growth of the school
- Attend staff and guide meetings regularly
- Maintain open, honest and respectful communication with students and parents / caregivers
- Attend and participate in Casa dei Girasoli events
- Work alongside and learn from the Lead Guide, being the tone keeper and collaborating to develop a tailored educational approach for all students
Requirements
It is essential that all applicants believe that EVERY child is capable of learning and will strive to provide the best environment and care for each individual. Our school is still well on it's way to becoming more established growing fast. There is opportunity for growth within our community.
Nice To Haves
Casa dei Girasoli is willing to train the right applicant in the fields listed.
Benefits
