What are the responsibilities and job description for the Preschool Summer Camp Assistant Teacher position at Sunstone Montessori School?
Sunstone Montessori School is hiring Assistant Teachers to work with children from 16 month - 6 years old. The ideal Assistant Teacher is someone who has passion and experience working with young children and enjoys supporting the children's independence.
Duties: Assist the Summer Camp team in running the Summer Camp, demonstrating sincere respect for and enthusiastic enjoyment of children, able to independently lead a group of up to 20 children in appropriate, engaging indoor and outdoor activities, foster children’s intellectual, social, and emotional growth and independence, collaborate with and support the Lead Teacher in implementing the weekly schedule of activities, help uphold an orderly, harmonious, and safe environment and culture, and supervise a gracious lunch and snack procedure.
Hours: Summer camp hours are 8:00-5:00; the Summer Camp Assistant Teacher will work an 8-hour shift with two paid 10-minute breaks and an unpaid half-hour lunch. This is a temporary, seasonal position.
Requirements:
- Prior classroom or group childcare experience with preschool children and/or a degree in Early Childhood Education or child development a plus
- Passion for working with children of all ages
- Compassionate communication style, positive attitude, and calm presence
- Interest in and desire to learn more about the Montessori philosophy
- Very organized with a keen eye for detail
- Eagerness to grow and contribute
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
Qualifications Needed (obtainable upon hire):
- Enrollment in the Oregon Central Background Registry
- Current CPR/1st Aid certification
- Current Food Handlers certification
- Current registration in the Criminal History Registry
- Recognizing and Reporting Child Abuse and Neglect training
- Introduction to Health and Safety training
- Foundations for Learning training
Job Types: Full-time, Temporary
Pay: $19.00 - $20.00 per hour
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Ability to Commute:
- Portland, OR 97206 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $19 - $20