Montessori Preschool or Toddler Teacher

Looking for a meaningful job, full of fun and never a dull moment? Come join our team!

We are not your average childcare. Here is why Spokane Falls Montessori is different:

· Supportive and generous parents and families

· Positive and welcoming working environment—all staff are valued and honored for their unique and abilities and skills

· Montessori children are more independent, driven, and task-orientated making our classrooms calmer and more peaceful than a traditional preschool

· We use primary care groups so each teacher has a small amount of children they get to teach, bond with, and enjoy!

· We have low ratios (1:4 infant, 1:5 toddler, 1:8 preschool)

· We practice positive discipline and actively engage with children making transitions and teachable moments less tense and stressful

· We have a competitive wage scale in which pay rates are reflected by position and education qualifications

· A raise will be granted after initial training requirements are complete

· We close for most holidays as well as for Spring Break and Winter Break

· Schedules are consistent

· Unless specifically hired to work in multiple classrooms, you will consistently be in the classroom you were hired for

· We are rated highly in Early Achievers

· Access to full scholarships (up to $9000 per year) for ECE courses and degrees, including a BA

What we will ask of you:

· No experience in Montessori? Not a problem! We will train the right person. We will even pay for your Montessori teaching certificate if you are interested (conditions apply)

· Submit and pass a background check through MERIT upon submitting a resume

· Complete other DCYF requirements within a timely manner

· Be 18 years of age or older

· Be reliable

· Be able to lift up to 25 pounds

· Be able to get up and down from the floor, and sit on the floor for extended periods

· Be kind, caring, consistent, and compassionate!

Overview:

·The Spokane Falls Montessori School is looking for an enthusiastic and professional teacher to work in the toddler program or preschool program from 7:30 am to 2:30 pm, Monday through Friday or 7:30 am to 10:30 am, with the option of working more hours as a sub if your schedule allows (up to 40 hours per week). Experience with children in a childcare setting is required for this position. Montessori experience and/or ECE certificates or degrees preferred, however, we are always willing to train the right person!

· Meet all Assistant Teacher requirements in DCYF

· We are currently full in all our classrooms and cannot offer childcare at this time. If an opening becomes available, we may be able to enroll your child at that time for a discounted amount (conditions apply) if you cannot qualify for state subsidy. As an employee, your child(ren) will be at the top of our waitlist.

We can’t wait to hear from you! Please leave your resume and cover letter explaining why you think Spokane Falls Montessori would be a good fit for you.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $17.25 - $23.75 per hour

Expected hours: 15 – 35 per week

Benefits:

• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No nights
• No weekends

Work Location: In person

Salary : $9,000