River Montessori Charter School is seeking a passionate individual who embodies the Montessori philosophy to join our team in a classroom support role. Our lower elementary classrooms have a mix of 1st, 2nd, and 3rd graders.
As believers in a model Montessori community, each individual at River is committed to maintaining the Montessori philosophy of respect for the individual as well as the group as we manage responsibilities and tasks. Balancing this philosophical practice with a high level of skill and knowledge allows the school to operate smoothly in a positive, enthusiastic and peaceful atmosphere. Our mission is to maintain fidelity to the Montessori method while navigating the unique requirements of a public-school setting.
This position requires an individual with a love and passion for working with children. Our classroom assistants support their classroom Guide (teacher) with all school day activities in the classroom and outdoor environments. The ideal candidate will have experience encouraging children to be independent in their learning process, model appropriate manners and behavior, and will embody a genuine love, patience and respect for children. The classroom assistant will instruct children in activities designed to promote social emotional, physical, and intellectual growth following traditions and philosophies of Maria Montessori.
Your duties may include:
Assisting Guide with the implementation of instructional activities.
Assisting Guide with the implementation of curriculum.
Assisting Guide with the implementation of lesson plans.
Support the implementation of daily routines and projects.
Support the implementation of daily safety and security procedures.
General cleaning duties when needed. Perform other related duties as assigned.
Required Experience: High School Diploma or equivalent, First Aid, CPR First Aid Certification required and will be provided if necessary. Experience working with children or in a classroom setting is preferred.
The information presented in this job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain, or to be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications, and objectives required of employees assigned to this job.
About Us: We are a public nonprofit Montessori elementary school located in Petaluma, alongside Ellis Creek and Shollenberger Park. Our beautifully diverse community filled with young children and their eagerness to learn makes this school a very special place to work. For more information about us, please visit our website at https://www.rivermontessoricharter.org/who-we-are
We continually invite and welcome applications as we seek to enrich our community with enthusiastic and experienced Montessorians for all positions as we grow every year. Our public school is currently comprised of Transitional Kindergarten/Kindergarten, Lower Elementary and Upper Elementary environments.