Assistant Child Care Teacher

Company: Guidepost Montessori
Location: Naperville
Posted on: January 26, 2023

Job Description:

Do you love working with young children?We serve children in both English-speaking and Spanish-speaking classrooms. Currently looking to hire both native English and Spanish-speaking Assistant Guides! This is a great opportunity to learn about the Montessori method, as you will learn from experienced teachers at all levels. Previous Montessori experience is not required. We will give you the tools to learn.About the roleWe're looking for enthusiastic, adaptable Assistant Guides that have a passion for working with children ages 6 weeks to 6 years old and curiosity about a Montessori environment. We are looking for people available Part-Time (afternoons 12pm/3pm-6pm) or Full-Time within the hours of 7am - 6pm Monday - Friday for our year round schools.Our Full-Time role comes with great benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance, a 401K, a competitive rate of pay, and a generous 75% tuition discount for up to two children at our school.Employee Assistance Program - Support and guidance for everyday life from caring for an elderly family member to coping with anxiety or depression. Expert advice for work, life and your well being through our MetLife - Employee Assistant Program (EAP) at no additional cost to you!About YouMinimum Qualifications:Experience working with young children ages 0-6 in a group care environment, such as a daycare, preschool, camp, or aftercare programHave a valid state background checkNegative TB test within last 12 monthsFirst Aid/CPR CertificationNice to Have:Experience as nanny, caregiver, educator, or coachWarm and friendly demeanorInterest in working in a Montessori environmentPassionate about connecting with parents and colleaguesWhat we offer:12 accrued Paid Time Off days, 5 paid holidays and 5 floating holidays in your first year of employmentCareer growth and promotion opportunities with a network of supportive peers and mentors who regularly share best practicesA competitive salaryHealth, dental, and vision insurance - eligible for insurance on the 1st of the month following 15 days of continuous employment75% tuition discount for two children at any school in our network (we serve children 3 months through 12th grade)401K (full/part time employees): 60 day waiting periodReferral bonus up to $600The opportunity to contribute to a high-quality Montessori program that serves the individual needs of each childAbout UsGuidepost Montessori is a community of trained educators who are driven by a deep desire to bring about widespread change in education today. To meet the needs of today's students and to bring about true progress in the world around us, we need an education model that fosters independence and develops competent, capable, action-oriented thinkers and change agents. To that end, we are committed to dramatically increasing the amount of high-fidelity, authentic Montessori programs, not only in the U.S. but around the globe!If you love children and have been looking for the right opportunity to grow, join our community by applying below!

Higher Ground Education, Guidepost Montessori, and Academy of Thought and Industry are committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO). We will not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, color, creed, religion, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, alienage or citizenship, disability, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under applicable federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances. Our leadership is dedicated to ensuring the fulfillment of this policy. When requested, we are committed to reasonably accommodate employees and applicants with disabilities or special needs that may require an accommodation.

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