Teaching Assistant

About the job

Essential Responsibilities

Supports the preparation of an authentic Montessori learning environment that honors individual student learning needs

Observes children and shares questions and observations with Teacher Leaders

Coordinates responsibilities with Teacher Leader and is nimble to respond to changing classroom and student needs

Aligns practices with charter policies and plans and school site-based practices that center the child and their sense of belonging

Supports with all aspects of the daily routine, including lunch, dishes, nap time, recess,

bathroom duties, and classroom laundry

Prepares and repairs curricular materials

Maintain an inventory of classroom materials

Initiates growth and learning in intellectual and professional development; participates in opportunities for professional growth and learning

Co-leads with cultural humility and actively works to disrupt oppressive systems and practices

Develops authentic, enduring relationships with community members to inform ongoing site design and evolution

Supports all learners, especially students with special needs by employing inclusive teaching practices, including healing-centered instruction, that meet the needs of every child

Minimum Qualifications

Previous Montessori experience preferred but interest and curiosity in Montessori philosophy required

Previous experience working with children strongly preferred (in a childcare setting or an in-home / nanny setting)

Colorado ECE licensing required in Primary sites

Bachelor's degree preferred but not required

Multilingual speakers encouraged to apply

Preferred Attitudes, Knowledge, and Skills

A deep commitment to authentic Montessori - Your expertise will position you to be a highly effective facilitator of children’s learning and to extend the values of Montessori to include the adults within your school community.

Entrepreneurial leadership - You are flexible, open-minded, see opportunity in obstacles, and are energized by using creativity and resourcefulness to anticipate challenges and create solutions to problems.

Commitment to serving diverse and multifaceted communities - You are eager to increase access to Montessori to racially and socioeconomically diverse communities and are deeply committed to supporting the development of intersectional communities.

You understand the role race, along with ethnicity, gender / gender identity and sexual orientation, play in contributing to persistent inequity.

You have engaged in culturally responsive and anti-racist

practices with the students and families you serve.

Generosity of spirit - You build authentic relationships in diverse settings, practice gratitude, and lead with love. You seek advice openly and are comfortable working in a non-hierarchical organization.

Willingness to work hard - You have the aptitude, stamina, time, and appetite to raise yourself to the challenge of starting and leading your own school.

You will not be alone, but you will be busy.

A desire to learn and grow - You are eager to stretch beyond your current experience, to develop new skills and expertise and to more deeply explore your purpose and potential.

Apply by emailing your resume to [email protected]