Classroom Assistant

Job summary

Assist teachers in implementing lesson plans and providing one-on-one support to students with high needs. Maintain a safe learning environment and support before and after school care programs.

Job details

Job Category: Bhakta Prahlad Montessori School Job Type: Full Time Part Time Job Location: ON Russell Posting Date: September 2024 We seek an individual to join our wonderful group of teachers, educators, and assistants. A calm demeanor, quiet voice, natural intuition to read others, creative thinking, and passion for the education industry are all qualities that will make one a successful educator in this environment. Duties involve – Assist the teacher in implementing lesson plans and activities – Provide one-on-one support to students with high needs – Monitor student behavior and maintain a positive and safe learning environment – Help with classroom management and organization – Assist with administrative responsibilities – Work in the before and after school care program (opening and closing shifts) – Facilitate washroom routines (including diapers) Qualifications – Experience in early childhood education – Classroom experience working with children – Strong communication skills – Ability to effectively teach and engage with young learners – Proficiency in English and French languages – Knowledge of childcare and special education practices – Strong organizational and time management skills Pedagogy Preference will be given to those familiar with the Montessori approach and Ontario’s pedagogy, “How Does Learning Happen?” Hours – Monday – Friday – 8:00 am – 4:00 pm – Closed during Christmas and March break Wages – 6% vacation – $20.37 to $23.86 per hour – Annual health spending account (in house benefits) Contact: bpmontessori.info@gmail.com Vraja (613) 255-4741 or 613-668-6320 Located in Russell, ON. (30 minutes East of Ottawa University). Must have license and vehicle (there is no public transportation)

What you’ll do

Assist teachers in implementing lesson plans and providing one-on-one support to students with high needs. Maintain a safe learning environment and support before and after school care programs.

Requirements

Candidates should have experience in early childhood education and proficiency in both English and French. Familiarity with the Montessori approach and Ontario's 'How Does Learning Happen?' pedagogy is preferred.

Benefits

• Vacation pay
• Annual health spending account

Listed skills

• Time management · Preferred
• Organization · Preferred
• Classroom management · Preferred
• Communication Skills · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Early Childhood Education
• Classroom Management
• Student Support
• English Proficiency
• French Proficiency
• Communication Skills
• Organization
• Time Management
• Special Education Practices
• Montessori Approach

Job areas

• Education
• Administrative
• Social Services

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