Classroom Aide Job Portland area,Oregon USA,Education / Teaching

School Year:
Late August, 2026

Summary of Position

The Classroom Aide works alongside our trained guides/teachers, primary classroom assistant(s) and other team members to support a classroom of children ages 3-5 at our tuition free full day Montessori school. The Classroom Aide will be responsible for handling a variety of tasks both inside and outside of the classroom. This position may be assigned specific children for additional support throughout the school day related to that child's special educational needs.

This will include using interventions recommended on the child's special education plan and high level of patience and care.

This is a part‑time non‑exempt 14‑week temporary position. Working 25 hours per week, the schedule will generally be Monday 10am‑3pm;
Tuesday‑Friday 9am‑2pm. The start date, compensation package, and key information are detailed in writing upon acceptance of employment, and the schedule may be updated in writing by the School Manager/Director. This position will require training during employment, which will be paid work time with training costs covered by AEME.

El auxiliar de aula trabaja junto con nuestros guías/maestros capacitados, el/los asistente(s) principal(es) de aula y otros miembros del equipo para brindar apoyo a un aula de niños de 3 a 5 años en nuestra escuela Montessori gratuita de jornada completa. El auxiliar de aula será responsable de realizar diversas tareas tanto dentro como fuera del aula. Este puesto puede incluir la asignación de niños específicos para brindarles apoyo adicional durante la jornada escolar en relación con sus necesidades educativas especiales.

Esto incluirá el uso de las intervenciones recomendadas en el plan de educación especial del niño y un alto nivel de paciencia y dedicación. Se trata de un puesto temporal de 14 semanas, a tiempo parcial y no exento de horas extras. La jornada laboral es de 25 horas semanales, generalmente de lunes a viernes de 10:00 a 15:00 y de martes a viernes de 9:00 a 14:00.

Minimum Requirements

Age 18 or older
Must complete background screening by the State of Oregon, complete and provide verification of mandatory health and safety trainings (CPR/1st Aid, Child Abuse & Neglect, and Food Handlers) prior to working within the classroom.
Assessed to have the skills and personal attributes to perform this role consistently.
Experience (and joy in!) working with young children, including children with delays, disabilities or behaviors that are impacting learning
Compassionate communication style and positive attitude
Highly dependable—will consistently arrive on time and complete work tasks.
Must have a High School Degree or GED or skills necessary to perform this role well.
Personal dedication to continual self‑improvement and skills growth.
Significant physical abilities including mobility in the classroom/outdoor areas, lifting/carrying, reaching/handling, talking/haring conversations, near/far visual acuity/depth perception/accommodation/field of vision.

Preference for Applicants

Direct experience within our Montessori classrooms, OR 1+ years experience in a Montessori Primary or Infant/Toddler classroom.
Current enrollment in Oregon Central Background Registry, and up to date with CPR/1st Aid, Food Handlers, and other required training with an AIDE 2 status.
Bilingual fluency in Spanish and English – written and verbal

Daily Responsibilities

Work with the teacher, other staff to create a welcoming learning environment that demonstrates respect and kindness, and supports positive relationships between students. The aide models and teaches with dedication to equity, diversity and inclusion, using age‑appropriate conflict resolution and problem‑solving strategies in the classroom.

Provide assistance to assigned child(ren) to help them fully benefit from the Montessori classroom.

Work as a team to promote positive work dynamics and care of the children/classroom.

The aide pays close attention to the safety of the children. No child should ever be left unsupervised either inside or outside the classroom. Adhere to staff/student ratios of 1/10 and always sign‑in and out of the classroom and verbally communicate…