Busy Hands Montessori is a Montessori Toddler and Primary School founded in 2016. We have steadily grown during our first seven years to a current student body of 24 Toddler students in two classrooms and 40 Primary students in two classrooms. We have an experienced and talented teaching staff and an administration that is committed to furthering the mission of our school and promoting peace in education through authentic Montessori teachings.

About the Position of Assistant

Busy Hands Montessori is seeking an experienced Montessori Toddler Assistant to contribute to a collaborative, inclusive, and diverse school culture. This educator shares in our mission, vision and values and upholds children’s education as a priority in our community. We are looking for an educator to help lead a Toddler classroom with an established community of 10-12 children ages 18 months to 3 years.

Key Functions And Responsibilities:
Responsible for assisting in the management of a Montessori Toddler Classroom
Support Montessori teaching pedagogy and apply professional knowledge of child development principles to interpret Montessori pedagogy in a manner that assures development and growth
Ensure a high fidelity Montessori Toddler Classroom
Enjoys collaborating and working with other Montessori educators in a creative and exciting way
Acts as a collaborative colleague with respect, compassion, stewardship, integrity and striving for excellence in Montessori education

Required Qualifications:
Successful experience working with parents and families in a school setting
Current enrollment in the ELD Central Background Registry
2 years minimum of experience in a Montessori Toddler Classroom

Preferred Qualifications, Skills, and Abilities:
Considers themselves to be a “crafty” individual - someone who enjoys making materials and can contribute to our talented staff
Can appreciate a collective, collaborative, respectful work environment and who goes through their day with a sense of humor
Is reliable in their attendance and brings their best self to work
AMS, AMI, or MACTE-credentialed 0-3 (Assistants to Infancy) Montessori Certification
Bachelor’s Degree in any subject

General Information & Benefits:
Work hours of 8:00 am - 5:00 pm, M-F
Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
Paid holidays and school breaks
Retirement Plan with matching contribution
Sick pay and PTO

Additional Requirements:
Enrollment in the Central Background Registry is required for this position
Must have “Intro to Child Health and Safety”, “Prevention is Better than Treatment”, “Safe Sleep”, CPR First Aid and “Recognizing and Reporting Child Abuse and Neglect” within 30 days of hire.
Ability to work evenings and weekends when needed.

Busy Hands Montessori is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.