Teacher Assistant

ELEMENTARY TEACHER ASSISTANT

BASE

LOCATION:

MONTESSORI ELEMENTARY AT HIGHLAND PARK (MEHP)

700 S. HAWTHORNE STREET

CHATTANOOGA, TN 37404

CATEGORY: FACULTY

POSITION TYPE: FULL-TIME

SCHOOL YEAR: 2026-27

START DATE: 07/01/2026

END DATE: 06/30/2027

REPORTS TO: SCHOOL PRINCIPAL

JOB DESCRIPTION

Located on the site of the former Highland Park Grammar School, Montessori Elementary at Highland Park will be an anchor institution in one of Chattanooga's most vibrant and diverse urban neighborhoods. Founded in 1889, Highland Park is a historic district that is experiencing explosive growth and redevelopment. Opened in August, 2021, Montessori Elementary at Highland Park is a co‑educational public charter school offering educational programs for children entering Pre‑K3 through 5th grade.

The school serves families from all backgrounds and provides a dynamic, participatory environment that integrates Montessori childhood education with STEM experiential learning.

• Demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills to deal effectively with students, educators, parents, and community members
• Demonstrate excellent planning, organizational, problem‑solving, decision‑making, and time‑management skills
• Committed to high academic achievement and high expectations for all students
• Maintain high personal standards and integrity
• Able to be a positive team‑player and communicate effectively with colleagues, supervisors, students, and families

• Assist the Lead Teacher in managing and coordinating classroom activities and schedules
• Use appropriate positive guidance and discipline techniques with the children
• Supervise and guide group activities and children as directed by the classroom teacher
• Responsible for the safety and well‑being of students while under our supervision
• Maintain positive interactions with students, staff, and parents
• Attend staff and parent meetings as requested
• Adhere to all school policies, procedures, and guidelines
• Other duties as assigned

• Must have a solid foundation in early childhood education and child development
• Prior Montessori teaching experience preferred
• Have the physical capacity to work with children (includes, but is not limited to bending, minor lifting, working on the floor)
• Pass a criminal background check
• CPR/First Aid Certification

Salary is competitive, commensurate with credentials and experience, and includes comprehensive benefits.

* MEHP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Board of Education will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. MEHP provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Job Type: Full‑time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person