Part-Time After School Assistant

The Montessori Academy of Colorado is a metropolitan school that engages each child through innovative academics, exploration of character, and a fearless, forward mindset.

Job Title: Part-Time ECE After School Assistant

Reports To: Lower School Director

Employee Classification: Part-time, Non-Exempt

Daily Schedule: Monday-Friday, 3:00pm-5:30pm or 3:30pm-5:30pm

Salary: $19.30-$22.00/hour depending on the qualifications listed below 

The Part-Time ECE After School Assistant will provide support in the after school program from 3:00-5:30 or 3:30-5:30. MAC’s after school program is designed with both time for structured and unstructured play and activities. The aide is also responsible to help maintain a clean and orderly environment both inside and outside. 

Qualifications:

• Must be at least 18 and have one of the following: 
  • A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
  • A 2 year college degree in child development or early childhood education from an accredited college or university
  • A current certification as a Child Development Associate (CDA) or Certified Childcare Professional (CCP) or other Department-approved credential
  • Qualify as a professional child care assistant through a combination of hours and verifiable experience in a professional child care setting
  • Interested in a career as an Early Childhood Educator
• CPR, First Aid, Universal Precautions certifications are a plus
• Experience working with young children (2 years-6 years)
• Montessori experience a plus
• Professional appearance and attitude
• Clean criminal background
• Strong communication skills

Job Duties:

• Working with children between the ages of 2 through 6 years old
• Patiently and engaging with children through after school activities
• Working as a team and following the direction of the After School Coordinators and assistant teachers
• Cleaning, organizing, disinfecting indoor and outdoor spaces

The Ideal Candidate:

• Is an apt listener and is able to learn quickly and follow instructions
• Has initiative and curiosity
• Is reliable, committed, energetic, patient, and detail oriented

Part-time, temporary and substitute employees will also accrue PTO during the school year at a rate of 1 hour of PTO per every 30 hours actually worked.

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