Montessori Assistant Teachers: full-time and part-time available
Contact Name:
Crystal Leaver
Contact Email:
Job Location:
Magic Lantern Montessori in Hillman City, Seattle
Position Description:
Magic Lantern Preschool is located in the Seattle Hillman City neighborhood, with a supportive director and staff that works as a team. We are looking for educators who approach their daily work with joy and reflection, seek true partnership with families, and value the side-by-side work with children and co-teachers. Teachers work as part of an equal teaching team with the support of a mentor teacher to provide learning experiences for children ages 3 to 5 years. Teachers plan curriculum, invitations to learn through play, and observe and document children’s learning.
$500 signing bonus ($250 after three months and $250 after six months)
Interested and qualified candidates should send their resume to MLM Center Director, Sarah Bien at sbien@soundchild.org. MLM strongly encourages BIPOC individuals to apply. If you require special assistance with your application, please contact Emily Adams at eadams@soundchild.org.
SHIFTS AVAILABLE
Part-time: up to 20 hours/week | 10am-5pm
Full-time: up to 40 hours/week | 8:30am-4:30am
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum 1 year of experience working in a Preschool setting-preferably Montessori
ECE Initial Certificate or signed up to take classes (AA/BA degree in ECE/Education/Human Development preferred)
CPR and First Aid certified or willing to obtain
18 years of age or older
Negative TB test/MMR & COVID vaccine
DCYF Background Clearance
30 hours STARS training or Merit waiver
SKILLS
Enjoy working with preschool children
Ability to have professional, respectful interactions with children, families & co-workers
Knowledge of and previous experience working with diverse populations
BENEFITS
Benefits for staff (employed 25+ hours per week) include vacation pay, safe and sick leave, holiday pay, medical/dental (after 3 months of employment), on-site training and opportunities for professional development.
Other Benefits (offers vary depending on full or part-time role)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Retirement plan
Vision insurance
Interested and qualified candidates should send their resume to MLM Center Director, Sarah Bien at sbien@soundchild.org.
Job Type:
Part-time
Target Audience:
Undergraduate Alumni
Application Deadline Date:
Thursday, December 15, 2022