Join our teaching team
afternoon assistant teacher
$1,500 monthly stipend - part-time - 1:15-5:15pm
Focused on fostering practical life skills, daily experiences with art and nature, and high-quality nutrition, Tulip Tree Montessori offers a unique approach to caring for children ages 16 months up to 3 years old using the philosophy and methodology put forward by Dr. Maria Montessori.
Tulip Tree Montessori is seeking a quirky individual who is eager to get their foot in the door at a groundbreaking childcare program here in Indianapolis. The ideal candidate has a playful soul, a humble heart, and a life-long love of learning. Above all else, they must love being with and learning from young children. We view this position as a potential steppingstone towards a full-time salaried assistant teacher position once our expansion is complete.
Job Overview
Helps guide afternoon structured and unstructured activities
Assists with redirection and behavior assessment
Participates in ongoing diapering and toileting needs
Ensures dishes are washed daily
Ensures laundry is washed and dried daily
Assists with and completes daily cleaning and tidying
Participates in monthly staff meetings
Engages in a minimum of 12 hours of continuing education each year
REquirements
Show up each day with an open mind and an open heart
Energetic and engaging
Attention to detail specifically related to cleaning tasks
Reliable transportation
High school diploma or equivalent
BEnefits
Paid time off August through June (during scheduled school breaks)
5 paid personal/sick days per school year
Montessori Mentorship
Paid Professional Development
Scholarship opportunity towards a degree in early childhood education