Toddler Assistant Teacher - Float

The Montessori Academy of Colorado is a metropolitan school that engages each child through innovative academics, exploration of character, and a fearless, forward mindset.

Job Title:

Toddler Assistant Teacher - 2 Classroom Float
Department:
Toddler

Reports To:

Lower School Director
Employee Classification:
Full-Time, Non-Exempt
Salary Range: $21.30–$24.30 per hour
Daily

Schedule:

Monday-Friday, 8:45am-4:45pm (with a 45-minute break)

The Toddler Assistant Float position provides essential support to two different toddler classrooms throughout each day, ensuring seamless transitions and continuous care for the children. The Assistant Float will assist Lead Teachers and other Assistants by moving between classrooms to ensure smooth operations, support children's needs, and help maintain a clean and organized environment in both settings. The ideal candidate is enthusiastic about early childhood development, enjoys working in a team, and is dedicated to meeting toddlers' emotional, physical, and social needs.

Flexibility, adaptability, and strong communication skills are essential for success in this role.

At the Montessori Academy of Colorado we provide an Adaptive Workweek schedule for our Nido and Toddler Communities. This benefit allows for an adjusted working day or working week depending on position. This Toddler Assistant Float position is scheduled for 7.25 hours per day, five days per week. The hourly rate is adjusted upward so your weekly earnings are equivalent to a full 40-hour workweek.

For example - while this position is posted for $21.30–$24.30 per hour, it is our Adaptive Workweek schedule adjusted rate, equivalent to $19.30–$22.00 per hour at 40 hours/week.

• Provide dynamic support across two toddler classrooms daily, assisting Lead and Assistant teachers in both rooms with maintaining a prepared Montessori environment and classroom routines
• Assist with implementing lesson plans in both classrooms, adjusting to the unique needs of each group of children and ensuring developmental goals are met
• Actively engage with children in both classrooms, fostering a language-rich environment and supporting their social and emotional growth
• Assist toddlers with personal care tasks such as toileting, feeding, dressing, and washing in both classrooms, ensuring every child receives appropriate care and respect
• Balance responsibilities between the two classrooms, prioritizing tasks based on the immediate needs of the children and staff in each space
• Communicate professionally with parents as needed, updating them on their child's progress and interactions in both classrooms
• Encourage independence in toddlers by supporting them in developing new skills while ensuring they have appropriate guidance and assistance across both environments
• Respond quickly and attentively to children’s emotional or physical needs, ensuring they feel secure and comforted regardless of the classroom setting
• Supervise children during outdoor play, helping manage transitions between classrooms and ensuring safe, stimulating activities for all toddlers
• Stay actively engaged and focused during daily transitions, such as moving between work cycles, outdoor play, meals, and nap time in both classrooms
• Assist in keeping both classrooms and shared spaces clean, orderly, and safe by performing regular cleaning and maintenance tasks as needed
• Collaborate effectively with Lead Teachers in both classrooms and other team members to ensure a positive, inclusive work environment
• Participate in weekly team meetings to share observations and discuss strategies for supporting children in both classrooms, contributing to their overall development

• Must be at least 18 and have one of the…