Aftercare Elementary Assistant
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Salem Montessori School Inc
Salem, VA, US
Summary
The Aftercare Elementary Assistant creates a safe and engaging environment for students through outdoor play, creative projects, and homework support. They work collaboratively with the team to foster independence and respect while maintaining a clean and organized space.
Job Description
HIRING IMMEDIATELY!
Make a lasting difference in a child’s life – every single day!
Are you passionate about helping children grow, curious in nature, and excited to be part of a collaborative professional community? Whether you are an experienced educator or eager to grow and learn about the Montessori Method, we’d love to meet you!
At Salem Montessori School (SMS) we believe in educating the whole child by nurturing each student’s physical, social/emotional, and cognitive development. We desire for each child to be seen, supported, and inspired. Our SMS team members work collaboratively as part of a caring and supportive community, serving as positive role models for our students, families, and one another.
SMS is currently hiring for a Part-time elementary aftercare assistant
Your Role as an Aftercare Elementary Assistant
As our Aftercare Elementary Assistant, you will help create a safe, welcoming, and engaging environment where children can relax, connect, and continue learning through meaningful activities at the end of the school day. Working as part of our collaborative team, you will support elementary students through outdoor play, creative projects, homework assistance, and community-building experiences while fostering independence, responsibility, and respect. If you enjoy working with children, value teamwork, and are passionate about creating positive experiences that reflect Montessori principles, we would love to welcome you to our community.
Apply today to join our Salem Montessori School community!
What we offer/Benefits:
- Competitive Pay - commensurate with education and experience ($15-$17)
- Holiday Care Hours
- Training and Career Development Opportunities
- Gaining experience working with Elementary 1st-8th grades
Successful team members:
- Are dependable and consistent in their ability to be physically and mentally present for the children
- Take responsibility for being proactive in problem-solving, caring for the environment, and building relationships
- Have a keen awareness and observation skills
- Communicate articulately, respectfully, and constructively
- Excellent organizational skills and cleaning skills
- Provide basic needs for children in a caring manner
- After-school care support staff member
Expectations:
- Monday-Friday
- 15-20 hours per week
- Hours available 2:30 pm-5:30 pm
- Ability to be on your feet
- Ability to lift and move
- Ability to conduct chores apart from child care
Requirements:
- Ages 18 or older
- High School Diploma or GED
- CPR and First Aid Certified or willing to be certified
- Experience with children (preferred)
PLEASE NOTE: Employees who are made an offer of employment will be required to pass a post-offer pre-employment background process that includes passing a Basic TB and fingerprint test, and completing an online training program. Applicants who do not pass or participate in any of this pre-employment process will have their offer of employment rescinded.
Visit http://salemmontessori.org or https://amshq.org/ to learn more about Montessori.
"We must look to the children as a vehicle for bringing change to humanity." -Maria Montessori
The educational and care programs at Salem Montessori serve children from birth through adolescence in five different programs: Infant, Toddler, Primary, Elementary, and Middle School. In each program, we apply 'Montessori-philosophy' and practices, focusing on the cognitive, social, emotional and physical needs of each child. Salem Montessori strives to foster a love of learning in our students, while also working to educate children to be caring and socially responsible citizens of their community and world.
Montessori classrooms are immediately recognizable. You will see children working independently and in groups, often with specially designed learning materials; deeply engaged in their work; and respectful of themselves and their surroundings. The Montessori Method fosters rigorous, self-motivated growth for children and adolescents in all areas of their development—cognitive, emotional, social, and physical. Montessori education is student-led and self-paced but guided, assessed, and enriched by knowledgeable and caring teachers, the leadership of their peers, and a nurturing environment. Within the community of a multi-age classroom—designed to create natural opportunities for independence, citizenship, and accountability—children embrace multi-sensory learning and passionate inquiry. Individual students follow their own curiosity at their own pace, taking the time they need to fully understand each concept and meet individualized learning goals.
Founded
1993
Company size
51-200 employees
Industry
Education Administration Programs
Org type
Privately Held
Headquarters
Salem, Virginia
"We must look to the children as a vehicle for bringing change to humanity." -Maria Montessori
The educational and care programs at Salem Montessori serve children from birth through adolescence in five different programs: Infant, Toddler, Primary, Elementary, and Middle School. In each program, we apply 'Montessori-philosophy' and practices, focusing on the cognitive, social, emotional and physical needs of each child. Salem Montessori strives to foster a love of learning in our students, while also working to educate children to be caring and socially responsible citizens of their community and world.
Montessori classrooms are immediately recognizable. You will see children working independently and in groups, often with specially designed learning materials; deeply engaged in their work; and respectful of themselves and their surroundings. The Montessori Method fosters rigorous, self-motivated growth for children and adolescents in all areas of their development—cognitive, emotional, social, and physical. Montessori education is student-led and self-paced but guided, assessed, and enriched by knowledgeable and caring teachers, the leadership of their peers, and a nurturing environment. Within the community of a multi-age classroom—designed to create natural opportunities for independence, citizenship, and accountability—children embrace multi-sensory learning and passionate inquiry. Individual students follow their own curiosity at their own pace, taking the time they need to fully understand each concept and meet individualized learning goals.
Founded
1993
Company size
51-200 employees
Industry
Education Administration Programs
Org type
Privately Held
Headquarters
Salem, Virginia
