Preschool Teacher Assistant

Acorn Montessori Preschool is currently searching for dedicated individuals seeking a position as a full-time teacher's aide in our preschool classroom.
This classroom is for 2-3 year olds and candidate will work with a lead teacher.
*Responsibilities* * Develop a careful and creative program suitable for preschool children * Employ a variety of educational techniques (storytelling, educational play, media etc.
) to teach children * Observe each child to help them improve their social competencies and build self-esteem * Encourage children to interact with each other and resolve occasional arguments * Guide children to develop their artistic and practical capabilities through a carefully constructed curriculum (identify shapes, numbers or colors, do crafts etc.
) * Organize nap and snack hours and supervise children to ensure they are safe at all times * Track children’s progress and report to parents * Communicate with parents regularly to understand the children’s background and psyche * Collaborate with other educators * Maintain a clean and tidy classroom consistent with health and safety standards * Caring for and nurturing young children * Creating and maintaining a positive learning environment * Fostering a love of learning and exploration in each child * Helping children develop social and emotional regulation skills * Communicating professionally with parents * Working as a team player with colleagues * Able to follow Quality First Early Childhood standards Our ideal candidate must have experience in preschool settings and working toward a degree in Early Childhood Education.
An IVP fingerprint card, TB test, and CPR/First Aid is also required prior to starting.
We look forward to meeting the next member of the amazing staff at Acorn Montessori School! Job Types: Full-time, Contract Pay: $15.
00 - $17.
00 per hour Expected hours: 40 per week Benefits: * Dental insurance * Employee discount * Health insurance * Health savings account * Life insurance * Paid time off * Parental leave * Professional development assistance * Referral program * Tuition reimbursement * Vision insurance Grade levels: * Pre-Kindergarten Schedule: * 8 hour shift * Day shift * Monday to Friday School type: * Montessori * Private school Work Location: In person