Montessori Assistant Teachers: full-time and part-time available

Contact Name: 
Crystal Leaver
Contact Email: 
Job Location: 
Magic Lantern Montessori 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-4:30pm 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: 
Full-time
Teacher Certification Required
Part-time
Temporary
Permanent
Volunteer
Internship
Target Audience: 
Undergraduate Students
Undergraduate Alumni
Graduate Alumni
Master in Teaching Alumni (certified teachers)
Graduate Students
Master in Teaching Students
Application Deadline Date: 
Monday, November 14, 2022