Spark Montessori is an authentic, year round, Montessori school that is seeking an English and Spanish speaking Teaching Assistant! The ideal candidate will bring a passion for childhood development and an understanding of the diverse learning needs of children. Teaching assistants help maintain the physical, emotional and cognitive environments for the children and provide a calm and pleasant presence throughout their day.


Key Candidate Skills and Attributes:


  • Alignment with organizational mission and values
  • Patience and understanding for the differing needs in working with young children
  • Experience working with young children
  • Ability to seamlessly integrate into the various classrooms
  • Openness to coaching by lead teachers or administration
  • Track record of reliability and dependability
  • Ability to work with all age groups and/or support daily school operations
  • Flexible mentality
  • Interest in spending quality time in nature with children
  • Bilingual in English and Spanish


Credential Requirements:


  • Prior experience working in Early Childhood Education a plus
  • Early Childhood Education credit hours a plus but not necessary
  • Ability to pass a criminal background check
  • 3 written character references
  • Medical examination required to be hired


Job Type: Full-time


Pay: $17.00 - $20.00 per hour


Benefits:


  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee discount
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance


Work Location: In person

Salary

USD 17 - 20 /hourly

Hourly based

Location

IL , United States Chicago, IL, United States

Job Overview
Job Posted:
1 month ago
Job Expire:
1 week from now
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Role
Assistant

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IL , United States Chicago, IL, United States