Primary Assistant

Primary Assistant | St. Catherine's Montessori | Houston, TX

Job Purpose:

To support the Primary Guide in helping the children grow intellectually, emotionally, socially, physically, and spiritually by modeling respect for all forms of life and creating a culture of peace. The expectation is to demonstrate an attitude of service and contribute to a cooperative atmosphere within the whole school community by living a Christ‑like spirit.

• Ensure that the classroom environment is prepared before students arrive and restored at the end of the day.
• Work with the Guide to prepare and maintain an orderly, attractive, and joyful environment.
• Keep classroom material stocked, clean, and in good order.
• Observe the students and share observations with Guide. Be alert and attentive to the day‑to‑day happenings in the classroom.
• Model grace and courtesy. Show respect to all.
• Assist in the development of independence. Trust that the children are able to do things by themselves.
• Assist children with physical needs such as toileting, dirty or wet clothing, or minor injuries.
• Do the laundry.
• Load and unload dishwasher daily.
• Assist with naptime (if applicable).
• Maintain the classroom pets.
• Prepare snack or assist students in preparation of snack.
• Participate in recommended training programs or educational conferences that pertain to professional growth.
• Direct any parent questions to the Primary Guide.
• Participate in school activities.
• Help make materials for the environment.
• Make safety a priority.
• Believe in, communicate, and support the mission of the school.

Experience working with children