We are now hiring a Classroom Assistant to join our Elementary program at Seton Montessori Institute & School in the beautiful area of Clarendon Hills, IL! Assistants are an integral part of our dynamic classroom teams to support the growth and development of our elementary Montessori students.
The position is a full-time opportunity to work with children, be part of an amazing team, and receive great benefits.
About Seton Montessori Institute & School
Seton Montessori School (SMS) is in Clarendon Hills, Illinois. We offer school year and summer camp programs for children from birth through Elementary age. Located on a scenic six-acre campus, nestled amid a residential setting, Seton’s facilities offer children the finest in indoor and outdoor environments for learning and growing.
Our experienced and dedicated staff help the child develop an awareness of themselves and the world around them. The child works and learns in an atmosphere of balanced independence and structure within a mixed-age group setting.
SMS partners with Seton Montessori Institute, one of the largest Montessori teacher education programs in North America. As a result, our staff practices the most current and progressive teaching methods in an authentic Montessori classroom.
Responsibilities:
- Working in the classroom designated by the school Administrator under the direction of a certified lead teacher
- Ensuring the safety and well-being of all the children
- Interacting positively in a friendly, calm, and nurturing manner with the children
- Encouraging and modeling social behavior and expectations appropriate to the age group
- Maintaining the classroom environment through organization and light cleaning
- Assisting the teacher in evaluating each child’s progress
- Attending professional development opportunities throughout the year
Minimum Qualifications:
- Strong desire to work with children and make a difference
- Commitment to learning about Montessori philosophy and education
- Commitment to continued professional development
- Ability to collaborate with a dynamic teaching team
- Physical dexterity and the ability to lift children up to 40 pounds
- High School Diploma or high school equivalence certificate
- Completion of a background check
Preferred Qualifications:
- Associates Degree
- Minimum of 1 – 2 years of experience working with children
What We Offer:
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance
- 401K plus company match
- Paid time off and paid vacation
- 50% tuition discount for children at any school in our network
- Ongoing professional development
- A network of supportive peers and mentors
- Career growth
- The rewarding experience of contributing to a high-quality Montessori program that serves the individual needs of each child
Seton Montessori Institute & School is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, military or veteran status, gender identity or expression, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law.
Work Location:
- One location
Work Remotely
- No
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $17.50 - $18.70 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
