Job Title: Toddler Teacher Assistant Reports To: Director of Lindsley Park Community School Hours/Status: Non-Exempt, Full-Time, 40 hours per week, Year Around (250 days) Summary: The Toddler Teacher Assistant will take direction from the Lead Toddler Teacher in preparation and maintenance of the Montessori environment for students 18 months to 3 years old. This includes organizing and maintaining classroom materials, the set-up and clean-up of the classroom, and other duties as assigned by the teacher. Schedule: Monday to Friday, 7:30 am to 4:00 pm Responsibilities and Duties: * Support and follow directives of Lead Toddler Teacher; * Organize materials, making sure they are complete and ready for use; * Prepare and clean classroom before and after class; * Help with the maintenance of accurate classroom records; * Respect confidentiality of information pertaining to children, families, and/or staff; * Model integrity, responsibility, and respect for all persons as well as an appreciation for ethnic, cultural, and gender issues and diversity; * Share responsibility with lead teacher for the safety and physical well-being of the children at all times; * Maintain and foster a positive relationship with children and other staff; * Work with individuals and groups of children as directed by the Lead Toddler Teacher and * Other duties as assigned. Requirements: * High School diploma; * Associates degree in Early Childhood or a Child Development Associate certification or willingness to obtain; * Experience working with young children, Montessori experience a plus; * Knowledge of or willingness to learn class management skills; * Ability to take direction from lead teacher and * Excellent planning and organizational skills. Submit your Resume to: [email protected]