Job Details Job ID: 4937861 Job Description POSITION TITLE: Montessori Instructional Assistant GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS: Reports to: Building Principal and Lead Classroom Teacher Contract Length: School Year – Teacher scheduled days Hourly Rate: Begins at $11.44 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. Position Type: Full-time Positions Available: 2 Job Categories Classroom Teacher, Montessori Instructional Support, Individual Aide