We are looking for a Temporary Preschool Teacher Aide (position length is approximately 6 to 8 weeks, possibly longer, beginning in mid-March).
Being in a classroom allows you to make a difference in a child's life every day! Your enthusiastic passion for learning will help a child discover new ideas and spark imagination.
Your patient and loving nature will create a caring environment to allow the child to explore confidently and build self-esteem.
You will guide the child through many exciting milestones and model new capabilities as they work towards greater independence.
The Preschool Teacher Aide will support the Lead Teacher in implementing the curriculum in a safe, healthy, and nurturing classroom environment that supports each child's social, emotional, physical, and cognitive growth and development.
* Help facilitate classroom activities.
* Assist in creating engaging, age-appropriate lessons using the provided curriculum.
* Establish classroom management utilizing positive coaching.
* Encourage and assist in positive social interactions.
* Ensure the safety and well-being of children at all times.
Responsible for following the classroom Lead Teacher's directions to implement the educational program per Hawaii Montessori's educational goals, objectives, and beliefs.
Report directly to the Lead Teacher and consequently to the Directors.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
The Preschool Teacher Aide is responsible for:
* Willingness to learn about the Montessori philosophy
* Reporting to work on time
* Carrying out the directions of the Lead Teacher.
* Maintaining the classroom cleanliness, keeping the shelves, floors, and tables reasonably free of dust, dirt, paper, and food particles under the direction of the Lead Teacher.
* Helping the Lead Teacher to keep an orderly environment.
* Informing the Lead Teacher of needed repairs to materials and equipment.
* Cleaning and sanitizing tables, chairs, and materials daily using proper cleaning solutions and equipment.
* Prepare materials as directed by the Lead Teacher.
* Positive and nurturing interactions with children
* Maintain continuing education requirements
* Calm, positive attitude
* Communicate and work well amongst diverse groups of children, families, and colleagues
* Physically able to work with children, including lifting them, as needed based on their age and needs
* Must be reliable, responsible, passionate, flexible, and have a positive attitude.
Qualifications:
* Current TB clearance.
* Must be 18 years of age
* Be able to pass a fingerprinting background check with DHS.
* Certified note/letter from Physician stating the applicant is physically and mentally able to work with children.
* Specific requirements set by minimum state standards and accreditation.
* Have direct experience or training in the care of young children between the ages of 3-6.
* Demonstrate that they enjoy caring for young children.
* Infant/child CPR and First Aid certification (preferred)
Hawaii Montessori's mission is to educate children for life by providing a nurturing, prepared environment where children, parents, and staff joyfully develop their esteem, discipline, independence, motivation, and community responsibilities to their fullest potential.
Job Types: Full-time, Temporary
Pay: From $16.
00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
* Dental insurance
* Health insurance
* Paid time off
Grade levels:
* Pre-Kindergarten
Schedule:
* 8 hour shift
* Monday to Friday
School type:
* Montessori
Education:
* High school or equivalent (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
* Kailua-Kona, HI 96740: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
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