Primary (ages 3-6) and Toddler (ages 16-36 months) Assistant Teachers
March 2023
Montessori Children’s House is seeking Assistant Teachers for our growing Primary (ages 3-6) and Toddler (ages 16-36 months) Communities. Position details are as follows:
Primary:
7:45-3:45, M-F (July or August 2023 start date)
8:00-1:00, (hours can be somewhat flexible) M-F (July or August 2023 start date)
1:00-6:00, (hours can be somewhat flexible) M-F (July or August 2023 start date)
Toddler:
10:15-5:45, M-F (April 2023 start date)
7:45-3:45, M-F (April, May, or June 2023 start date)
8:30-4:30, M-F (May or June 2023 start date)
Starting wage: $18/hour (higher depending on experience and education).
Training and orientation will take place before independent duties begin. Training and Orientation hours can be flexible depending on availability.
Our ideal candidate will have:
A commitment to active engagement within our Anti-Bias and Anti-Racist school community
Compassionate understanding of young children’s tendency towards high emotions and a warm and patient demeanor whilst helping them navigate and acclimate to the school environment
Strong command of small group gatherings (or strong desire to learn/refine)
A commitment to follow all licensing guidelines and school standards to ensure the daily care of every child
Completed required training that provides insight on child care and development topics
Commitment to participation in continuing education (the school provides a stipend for this)
Versatility and flexibility
Love of cleanliness and order
Good organizational and time management skills
Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
A spirit of collaboration and a strong desire to participate fully within the school community
Requirements include:
Active enrollment in Oregon’s Central Background Registry,
Current Infant/Child CPR & First-Aid training (must be accepted by Oregon Registry and meet ODE’s Office of Child Care standards),
Oregon Food Handler’s Certificate,
Recognizing and Reporting Child Abuse and Neglect (RRCAN) training,
Introduction to Child Care Health and Safety (ICCHS) training,
Prevention is Better Than Treatment (PBTT) training
Foundations for Learning (FFL) training
Any applicant who hasn’t already completed these trainings will have up to 30 days after their hire-date to meet these requirements.
Please be advised, per ORS 339.374 MCH must contact all successful candidates’ previous schools of employment, even if they’re not listed as a reference.
MCH is a Certified Child Care Center with the Oregon ELD (Early Learning Division). As such we strictly follow and comply with the current guidance and policies
Hourly compensation is locally competitive and based on experience / education.
Full Time Benefits Include:
Annual Professional Development Stipend
Full Medical/Vision Insurance
Full Dental Insurance
Annual PTO / Paid Snow Days
Winter, Spring, and Summer Breaks
MCH is a Certified Child Care Center with the Oregon ELD (Early Learning Division). As such we strictly follow and comply with the current guidance and policies set by the ELD. Successful applicants for this position must be willing to follow current COVID-19 protocols as outlined by the ELD and the school.
MCH is a non-profit school located on Portland’s South Waterfront and is easily accessed by bike and public transportation. Our program is rooted in AMI standards and is composed of encouraging, passionate, and hardworking professionals specializing in authentic Montessori early childhood education. We aim for each child to express comfort and joy with human diversity, to increasingly recognize injustice, and to have the will and the skills to act against prejudice. To learn more about our school, please peruse all pages of our website to get to know us. Video tours are available upon request.
Interested applicants are invited submit the following documents via email to (office @ childrenshousepdx . com):
A cover letter describing where you are in your professional journey and why you are interested in this job
Your resume detailing training and experience
Three references with names, contact information, and how you are connected to them.
MCH does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, physical or mental ability, or any other status protected under local, state or federal laws in the admission of otherwise qualified students or in the administration of its educational policies or programs, hiring or employment practices.
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