Contact Name:: Sarah Cox

Contact Position in Company:: Head of School

Contact Phone:: (706) 543-4473

Contact Email:: director@wasecaschool.org

Position Available:: Infant Assistant Teacher

School Name:: Waseca Learning Environment

This is a:: Upcoming Opening

Job Description::

Waseca Montessori School is looking for a dedicated Assistant Teacher for our Infant classroom starting in the 2024-2025 school year. We are a nonprofit Montessori school in Athens, GA serving a diverse community of families.

General Responsibilities:
-The assistant is responsible to the lead teacher and will assist in establishing and maintaining a harmonious classroom.
-Will help in establishing and maintaining Montessori classroom culture, paying particular attention to the needs of students.
-Carefully observe each student’s individual progression through the classroom always being available to offer gentle guidance. Report observations to Lead.
-Participate in monthly staff meetings.
-Participate in school events.

Responsibilities to the Lead Teacher:
-To assist the lead teacher with the children in their learning and understanding of the Montessori materials.
-To be informed and carry out duties as assigned by the lead teacher
-To be familiar with the Parent’s Handbook.
-To inform the lead teacher of any classroom difficulties, including discipline, health, equipment needs, repair and maintenance.
-To meet with the lead teacher to discuss goals for the class and individual students.
-Allow Lead to share any sensitive information about student with Parent

Responsibilities to the Children and Parents:
-Keep information confidential.
-Be professional and positive in all dealings with children and parents.
-Share all information from parents with lead teacher.
-Allow the children to be as independent as possible and try not to be an obstacle in their growth.
-Participate in training of after-school teachers and substitute teachers who are working in their classroom and with their students, including but not limited to reviewing the daily schedule, reviewing hygiene and cleaning practices, reviewing acceptable and appropriate discipline strategies, directing and delegating as needed, etc.

Responsibilities to the Classroom:
-Keep classroom tidy


Qualifications:
- Associates or Bachelors in Education or related field (preferred)
- Experience working in childcare (required)
- Communication skills (required)

If you are interested in applying for this position, please email your updated resume or CV to director@wasecaschool.org along with at least 3 professional references.