Montessori Early Childhood Teaching Assistants

The Montessori assistants at Rosarian Academy are guides who help direct his/her students’ activities academically, spiritually, emotionally, and physically in a prepared Montessori environment that challenges each child to reach fullest potential in these developmental areas, in accordance with Montessori philosophy and procedures for the age group in which the assistant is placed. The assistant is also responsible for helping to maintain the operation of the classroom in accordance with the Department of Health guidelines and requirements. The Montessori assistant performs his/her services under the direction of the lead teacher and supervision of the Early Childhood Director / Administration for the duration of the ten month school year. Additional summer opportunities are available for those wishing to work twelve months.

Responsibilities Include:

• Support the Lead Teacher in the development, implementation and assessment of a Montessori Learning Environment for pre-school students.

• Working collaboratively and productively with Lead Teacher and other staff members

• Actively participate in professional development, faculty meetings and events

• Supervising children on the playground

• Changing diapers and assisting in toilet training (1/2 year old programs)

• Assist with pick up and drop off as necessary

• Maintaining order and cleanliness of the Learning Environment

• Providing direct instruction and/or remedial help as directed by the Lead Teacher or Administration

Qualifications:

• BA/BS degree preferred (but not required)

• Experience in a Montessori Learning Environment preferred

• Excellent oral and written communication skills

• Organized, flexible and team-oriented

• Ability to work effectively with preschool children

• Willingness to learn about Montessori Education and Conscious Discipline

• Must have completed 45-Hour Child Care Training Course as required by DCF or be willing to complete upon hiring

• CPR and First Aid Certified

Physical Requirements:

• Be able to work in an environment dealing with a wide variety of challenges and a varied and diverse array of contacts

• Be able to push a stroller

• Be able to repetitively bend and kneel

• Be able to occasionally lift up to 30 lbs.

• Be able to stand and move around for prolonged periods of time

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable a person with a disability to perform the essential functions of the job.

Employment is open to qualified applicants without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, or disability. EOE/DFWP.

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Salary: From $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Grade levels:

• Pre-Kindergarten

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

School type:

• Montessori
• Private school
• Religious school

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Language:

• English (Required)

License/Certification:

• DCF Child Care Credential (Preferred)

Please send resume to [email protected]

Lower School Teacher

Start Date: August 2024

FLSA Classification: Exempt

Reports to: Director of Lower School, Head of School

Position Purpose: Provides an educational setting for the teaching of assigned classes while offering a superior education academically, spiritually, and socially in a structured, positive environment in the tradition of Catholic education.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Strong teaching skills for school curriculum and student developmental needs.
• Follow school mission, procedures, and policies in administrative and educational matters as set forth by the Head of School and the Board of Directors.
• Lead students in prayer and nurture them to develop a Christian based character.
• Be accountable for daily curriculum planning and implementation of plans.
• Be responsible for daily instruction of students.
• Be accountable to meet the minimum learning objectives for the grade levels taught: to teach, test, and re-teach with a variety of materials and resources suitable to the learning situation until reasonable mastery is achieved.
• Be responsible for the observations, evaluations, testing, reporting, conferencing and record keeping of each student.
• Be responsible for the organization of classroom structure and daily orderly maintenance of the classroom environment.
• Maintain an attractive environment conducive and related to the educational process and the units and themes being taught.
• Establish and maintain a positive working relationship with staff and parents.
• Be responsible for classroom discipline and student management in keeping with the school’s discipline policy.
• Submit weekly lesson plans to the Head of School or his/her designee when requested.
• Keep daily plans easily accessible in the event that a substitute is needed. A current, updated substitute file of general information of schedule and seating is also required.
• Be responsible to guide his/her education assistant(s) and/or volunteers in their role in the classroom when appropriate.
• Be responsible for the safety and health of students in the classroom.
• Be accountable to participate in parent/family school events as scheduled or requested by the Head of School.
• Be responsible to assist in the planning and implementation of all school programs and special events as requested and required.
• Be responsible to set up classroom prior to the opening of school as well as year-end clean-up of classroom.
• Be responsible to communicate curriculum and activity information to parents regularly.
• Be responsible for the timely planning and communication of supply needs.
• Conduct oneself in a professional and Christian manner both in and out of the classroom.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in related field required; advanced degree preferred
• Hold a current and valid Florida State Teaching Certificate applicable to the subject/grades being taught, or currently be working towards obtaining said certification.
• Completion of required VIRTUS Training (upon hire).
• Ability to move about the school building(s) and campus.
• Ability to communicate effectively and positively with parents, students, administration, and a variety of people and personality styles.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions:

The physical requirements indicated below are examples of the physical aspects that this position must perform in carrying out the essential functions of the position.

Physical Demands: Walk, look downward, turn neck, sit, bend, stand, stoop, squat, reach, push, and pull. Climb (infrequently), grasp and manipulate materials and supplies, lift and carry items up to twenty (20) pounds, and use sight, hearing, and speaking.

Working Conditions: Indoor classrooms, exposure to: students noise and music, odors of food and science projects, possible communicable diseases or unruly students. Outdoor schoolyard and playgrounds, exposure to temperatures, dust, rains and wind, and pesticides.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable a person with a disability to perform the essential functions of the job.

Employment is open to qualified applicants without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, or disability. EOE/DFWP.

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Salary: $51,000.00 – $77,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

School type:

• Private school
• Religious school

Education:

• Bachelor’s (Required)

Experience:

• Teaching: 2 years (Preferred)

Language:

• English (Required)

License/Certification:

• Teaching Certification (Preferred)

Please send resumer to [email protected]

Job Title: Part-Time Early Childhood Aftercare Assistant

Monday – Friday

2:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. (3:00 p.m. regular school dismissal time)

12:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. (1:00 p.m. dismissal time)

11:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. (Noon dismissal time)

Responsibilities Include:

• Instructors are responsible for the creation of all materials related to activities. Prior to distribution, all materials must be pre-approved by Rosarian Academy.

• Daily attendance records must be submitted to the Main Office within 30 minutes of the start of each daily session. (No later than 3:25)

• Work collaboratively and productively with fellow aftercare teachers and other staff members

• Change diapers as needed

• Actively participate in professional development, faculty meetings and events when required

• Supervise children on the playground

• Maintain order and cleanliness of the Learning Environment

• Provide direct instruction with homework

• Discipline as necessary – always try re-direction first, conscious discipline, and anticipating problems before they arise! Observe, Observe, Observe!

• Be attentive of children – remind them of ground rules as needed – redirect, resolve problems as they arise, etc. Always treat all children with dignity and respect.

• Communicate with parents in a friendly and professional manner.

• Direct any concerns about a child’s progress, development or behavior to the other aftercare teachers.

• Keep area neat and tidy

• Instruct students to use the restroom before going home.

• Ensure students look tidy (ex. face and hands washed, noses wiped)

Qualifications:

• BA/BS degree preferred (but not required)

• Experience in a Montessori/Early Childhood Learning Environment preferred

• Excellent oral and written communication skills

• Organized, flexible and team-oriented

• Ability to work effectively with infant and preschool children

• Willingness to learn about Montessori Education and Conscious Discipline

• Must have completed 45-Hour Child Care Training Course as required by DCF or be willing to complete upon hiring

• CPR and First Aid Certified

Physical Requirements:

• Be able to work in an environment dealing with a wide variety of challenges and a varied and diverse array of contacts

• Be able to repetitively bend and kneel

• Be able to occasionally lift up to 30 lbs.

• Be able to stand and move around for prolonged periods of time

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable a person with a disability to perform the essential functions of the job.

To Apply: please email your resume and cover letter to [email protected] and [email protected].

Employment is open to qualified applicants without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, or disability. EOE/DFWP.

Job Types: Part-time, Contract

Pay: From $18.00 per hour

COVID-19 considerations:
COVID-19 precautions will be in line with current CDC guidelines as well as local and state government regulations.

• Rosarian Academy seeks substitute teachers for daily instructional needs. This is a per diem position that is required for Early Childhood, Lower and Middle School. Qualifications: A BA degree and experience teaching students in one or more divisions: Early Childhood, Lower School and Middle School. Teaching and or Assistant Teaching experience is preferred. Strong organizational and communication skills as well as a love for working with children or young adults is required.

  To Apply: please email your resume and cover letter to [email protected].

  Employment is open to qualified applicants without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, or disability. EOE/DFWP.