Montessori Instructional Assistant

POSITION TITLE:

Montessori Instructional Assistant

GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS:

Reports to:

Building Principal and Lead Classroom Teacher

Contract Length:
School Year - Teacher scheduled days

Hourly Rate:
Depending on Experience and education

BASIC FUNCTIONS:

* This position requires an individual who will assist the lead teacher in successfully implementing all aspects of the Montessori program working with students, staff and parents.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

* Implement instructional and classroom leadership strategies which reflect the Montessori model.

* Actively participate in on-going professional development/training. Participation required.

* Work with the Montessori classroom teacher, instructional and Montessori coaches and principal.

* Assist the teacher in providing a skillfully prepared environment that allows children to explore, move, share with a group and be independent, make decisions, develop self-control and create order that cultivates a lifelong love of learning.

* Collaborates successfully with teams to integrate Montessori pedagogy.

* Employ a wide variety of instructional techniques which reflect differentiation of instruction as directed by the Montessori teacher.

* Assist in successfully with implementing curriculum in a multi-age classroom.

* Embrace the Montessori program and the Montessori philosophy.

* Work well with others.

* Demonstrate an understanding of the needs of a diverse (ethical/racial) urban school population and apply appropriate instructional strategies.

* Monitor and assist students with breakfast.

* Assist in the implementation of a best practice Montessori classroom demonstrating the Montessori beliefs and philosophy through curriculum, instructional strategies and classroom environment.

* Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

* Recommendation for probation assistance on their most recent evaluation.

* Interview with Principal required.

Works in standard office and school building environments. Must be able to work regularly scheduled hours. Must be able to handle stress.