Assistant Teacher - Early Childhood
3 days ago
Schenectady
Job Description Join a warm, collaborative school community where children are respected, teachers are supported, and professional growth is encouraged. American Montessori Society-verified for more than 22 years, Our World Montessori is seeking a full-time Assistant Teacher to support children ages 18 months to 6 years in a peaceful, engaging learning environment. No Montessori experience is required — we are happy to train the right candidate. Schedule • Full-time, • Monday–Friday, • 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Compensation & Benefits • Starting pay from $17/hour minimum, • Higher compensation based on education and experience, • Paid time off, • Health insurance contributions (eligible employees), • Retirement plan contributions (eligible employees), • Professional development opportunities, • Supportive leadership and mentoring What You’ll Do As an Assistant Teacher, you will: • Support the Head Teacher in maintaining a calm, nurturing classroom, • Help children develop independence, confidence, and social skills, • Assist with classroom organization and daily routines, • Build positive relationships with children, families, and coworkers, • Contribute to a respectful and collaborative school culture What We’re Looking For We are looking for someone who: • Loves working with young children, • Is patient, dependable, and nurturing, • Is reliable and works well as part of a team, • Is eager to learn and grow professionally, • Brings positive energy and a strong work ethic Qualifications Required: • High school diploma, • Minimum age of 18, • Legal authorization to work in the U.S., • Experience working with young children Preferred: • Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field About Our School Our World Montessori is committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming community for children, families, and staff. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, color, national or ethnic origin, religious or spiritual beliefs, gender, sexual orientation, family configuration, political affiliation, or marital status in employment or school policies. Company DescriptionOur World Montessori is an established American Montessori Society-verified school serving children ages 18 months through 6 years old. For more than 22 years, we have provided a peaceful, child-centered learning environment where children are encouraged to develop independence, confidence, curiosity, and a lifelong love of learning. We are proud of our warm, collaborative school community and supportive leadership team. Our educators work together to create nurturing classrooms that respect each child’s individual development while fostering strong relationships with families and colleagues. At Our World Montessori, we value professionalism, kindness, teamwork, and continuous growth. We are committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming environment for children, families, and staff alike.Our World Montessori is an established American Montessori Society-verified school serving children ages 18 months through 6 years old. For more than 22 years, we have provided a peaceful, child-centered learning environment where children are encouraged to develop independence, confidence, curiosity, and a lifelong love of learning.\r\n\r\nWe are proud of our warm, collaborative school community and supportive leadership team. Our educators work together to create nurturing classrooms that respect each child’s individual development while fostering strong relationships with families and colleagues.\r\n\r\nAt Our World Montessori, we value professionalism, kindness, teamwork, and continuous growth. We are committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming environment for children, families, and staff alike.