Montessori Assistant

at  Montessori school of Wellington

OVERVIEW

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Montessori Assistant to support our educational team in fostering a positive learning environment for children. The ideal candidate will have a passion for early childhood education and experience working with children, including those with disabilities. This role involves assisting in a Casa (preschool) classroom, maintaining ratios, ensuring the safety of the children.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience working with children, particularly in an educational setting, is highly desirable.
• Background or coursework in Early Childhood Education and/or Montessori training is preferred.
• Familiarity with strategies for educating children with disabilities is a plus.
• Strong communication skills to effectively interact with students, teachers, and parents.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team-oriented environment while being adaptable to changing needs.
• A genuine passion for educating young minds and supporting their development in a classroom setting.
  Join us in making a difference in the lives of children by providing them the support they need to succeed!
  Job Type: Full-time
  Pay: $18.00-$23.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental care
• On-site parking

Flexible language requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person
Expected start date: 2025-01-2

• Assist lead guide in classroom management while she presents lessons.
• Foster an inclusive environment by working effectively with children of varying abilities and backgrounds.
• Communicate effectively with students to encourage participation and understanding of educational material.
• Monitor children’s progress and provide feedback to teachers regarding individual needs and challenges.
• Help maintain a clean and organized classroom environment conducive to learning.
• Engage with parents and guardians as needed.