Assistant Teacher - Elementary Classroom

Durango Montessori School is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Elementary Classroom Assistant to support our Montessori lead teacher in fostering a nurturing, child-centered learning environment. The ideal candidate will assist in maintaining a peaceful and organized classroom, support children's independent learning, and help uphold the Montessori philosophy of education.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the Lead Teacher in creating a prepared Montessori environment
• Develop positive relationships with the children and their parents
• Observe and document children's interest and progress and share with the Lead teacher
• Provide a safe, nurturing learning environment
• Supervise groups of children during inside and outside activities
• Reads and abides by the policies and procedures of Durango Montessori School
• Assists in duties beyond the classroom as requested by the Director
• Attend informational sessions, and open houses, conduct conferences, monitor recess, and any morning or afternoon duty assigned
• Care about equity, diversity, and social and environmental justice

Classroom Duties:

• Work with the lead teacher to monitor the class schedule
• Assist lead teachers with lesson preparation by getting materials ready and setting up equipment promptly
• Observe lessons from the Lead Teacher and reteach lessons to students as needed
• Monitor and manage classroom behavior in a soft, mindful manner
• Ensure the classroom environment is prepared, safe and clean
• Oversee students during non-classroom times including in-between classes, during lunch, and on field trips

Qualifications:

• Be willing to become certified in CPR and First Aid
• Be willing to complete required online training within the first 3 months of school start date
• Exhibit a high degree of motivation, initiative and kindness and the ability to work well with others
• Possess strong oral and written communication skills and basic computer skills
• An understanding and interest in child development and experiential learning

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $28,000.00 - $32,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• classroom: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Durango, CO 81301 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $28,000 - $32,000