Teacher Assistant - Guelph, Canada - Lighthouse Montessori Canada Inc.

Lighthouse Montessori Canada Inc.

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Guelph, Canada

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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We are looking to fill the position of a full-time Toddler/Casa Teacher Assistant.

Qualifications and Experience:

Montessori Toddler/Casa teacher with an AMI or MACTE approved Montessori diploma and/or ECE and/or ECA
A team player who is kind, caring and enthusiastic.
Someone with a passion for teaching, who is flexible and who strives to help each child reach their full potential.
Current CPR and first aid certificate
Current criminal reference check, vulnerable sector screening
Updated Immunization record

Duties and responsibilities:

Helping to prepare the classroom environment (sharpen pencils, photocopy, and tidy shelves at the end of each work cycle)
Washroom visits. The Montessori assistant will gather groups of up to 8 children to visit the washroom (23 visits in the morning/afternoon work cycles)
Snack preparation. Ensure that snack is brought to the classroom with all supplies necessary (plates/spoons) each morning and afternoon.
Classroom Management. Montessori assistants play a vital role in maintaining a productive and peaceful classroom environment. Redirecting children and ensuring they are being productive in the classroom.
Craft, weekly craft preparation
Library visits, monthly to gather books for monthly themes and Circle Time.
Maintain current attendance records. (Daily attendance to be completed)
Attend staff meetings, parent information evenings, parent/teacher interview evenings and any special meetings requested by the administrators.
Notify the Administrators immediately of personal difficulties with children, parents or staff.
Protect the privacy and working atmosphere of students, fellow employees and parents at all times.
Train and supervise children in the execution of fire drills. Fire drills must be practiced once a month and recorded in the classroom binder.
Report all accidents at once. Complete an accident report when required and have it signed and filed.

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