Montessori Teaching Assistant

Position Title:Montessori Preschool Teaching Assistant Department:P-8 Reports to:Principal of P-8 FLSA Classification:Non- Exempt FTE ( Full Time Equivalent):100% Schedule of Duties:10-Month Salary:$20.00- $27.00/Hourly Position Purpose:The Montessori Teaching Assistant is responsible for assisting our Lead Montessori Teachers in creating a dynamic Montessori learning environment for students in a preschool classroom.Essential Functions Classroom Preparation and Maintenance Assist in preparing materials needed for classroom activities and replenish as needed Assist in changing over materials in the classroom to maintain a prepared Montessori environment Keeping the classroom and communal spaces tidy and organized Classroom Management Maintain overview of the class during work times and recess duty Help manage and guide children through conflict Maintain ratio coverage at all times in accordance with California State Licensing rules and regulations Lesson Planning and Curriculum Under the direction of a lead teacher maintain lesson plans and assist in executing planned curriculum Assist in differentiated lesson planning for students in your class and provide lessons (1:1, small group, large group) when needed Participate in daily lessons during whole group instruction (Morning meeting, prayer/meditation, music) Child Documentation and Reporting Track daily attendance through schools reporting tools Oversees and is involved in all documentation and reporting (emailing parents, SeeSaw posts, learning services, outside supports, incident reports) Assist in using our parent communication tool (See-Saw); taking photos, uploading, posting, etc.Maintain student records, work samples throughout the year documenting student progress Prepare (Assess & write) some student conferences as well as participate in all parent meetings to discuss the students in your care with your lead teacher (Fall, Feb, Spring) Is available for as needed touch points with parents concerning behavior or academic needs Other Responsibilities Attend monthly divisional meetings and participate as an active member of the preschool team; attend required P-8 and All School gatherings Contribute to a positive workplace environment by being kind, warm and respectful to all you interact with as an enthusiastic member of the SHS community A clear commitment to the educational philosophy of the school as articulated in the Goals and Criteria of Sacred Heart Schools and professional behavior based in it Qualifications Required Associate or Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or related field.Primary (Ages 3-6years) Montessori certification required (AMS/AMI or equivalent certification) from a MACTE accredited program Fluency in reading, writing and speaking in English Fluent in Google Suite, Zoom, Canva Preferred A minimum of one year working in a Montessori environment Physical Requirements and Work Environment Works in a stressful environment dealing with a wide variety of challenges, deadlines and a varied and diverse array of contacts Be able to regularly and safely lift up to 30 lbs.Be able to crawl, bend, stoop, reach and sit on the floor Work primarily in a traditional climate controlled classroom environment and work regularly in outside weather conditions, including heat and cold typical to the Peninsula of the Bay Area.Ability to travel safely and comfortably across a 64 acre campus.