What are the responsibilities and job description for the Preschool Teacher position at Montessori Academy of the Upper Keys?
Purpose:
To provide a warm, nurturing, safe and loving environment where self concepts are enhanced, independence encouraged and individuality respected.
Reporting Authority:
Reports directly to Director of Preschool and Owner of Preschool. Assigned tasks by Classroom Teacher such as supply request refills, assistance in the classroom, and any reasonable request needed for the job to be done well.
Key Responsibilities:
Policies, Professionalism and Procedures
- Organizes group’s environment and takes responsibility for maintaining it, including general upkeep.
- Practices personal health and safety procedures throughout the day.
- Maintains proper sanitation in the classroom.
- Practices effective hand washing.
- Initiates conversation about good nutrition.
- Enforces safety rules.
- Notifies leadership when out of ratio.
- Sits with class to eat and serves in a relaxed atmosphere.
- Willing to make changes in approach.
- Flexible in job assignment and cooperative with leadership team and other team members.
- Training of helpers and support team to maintain on a daily basis.
- Must have HS diploma
- Willingness to pursue:
- An associate degree or higher in Child Care Administration or Early Childhood Education.
- A CDA or related credential or be enrolled and actively working on
- A NAC Credential from NICCM or another organization.
- A Montessori Certification
- Specific requirements set by minimum standards and/or accreditation
- Ability to relate joyfully and sensitively to children.
- Good spelling and grammar.
- Ability to organize the flow of a busy classroom.
- Ability to handle detailed work.
- Must be able to relate and interact appropriately and professionally with children.
- Must be able to lift a minimum of 35 pounds and do position as physically required.
- Physical stamina - must be able to bend, stand, sit on the floor, etc.
- Must be available for continuous employment without gaps other than those allowed in the “Employee Temporary Leaves and/or Absences” section of the Employee handbook.
- Tact, discretion and good judgment.
- Ability to speak distinctly and to communicate verbally with families.
- Evidence of emotional maturity and stability including the ability to separate personal (emotional) with business/work (facts).
- Ability to recognize and to record significant individual and group behavior.
- Evidence of sufficient security and judgment to handle crisis situations.
- Be in agreement with philosophy, mission, and overall direction of the program.
- Must be able to support the director and owner in all decisions.
Professional Development
- Maintains necessary and needed training annually to stay current in professional area (DCF 45 Hours, 10 annual hours, VPK certification, etc.)
- Maintains First Aid and CPR.
- Maintain state minimum required training hours for child care worker/teacher.
- Attends mandatory team meetings.
- Attends open house and programs for parents.
- Maintains Mandatory Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Training.
Time Commitment:
Typical Hours are Monday - Friday, 12:00 pm to 5:00 pm on school days; earlier reporting if acting as a substitute and covering a class.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $15.00 - $19.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Ability to Commute:
- Key Largo, FL 33037 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $15 - $19