Job Description

Join Our Team...

Perth Children's House Montessori School (PCH) is seeking a qualified

Montessori

Elementary Classroom Assistant

for our growing Elementary program. This full-time position is a 10mth contract starting in late August and continues until June , with the possibility of renewing each year.

About The Job...

The role of the Classroom Assistant is crucial to a harmonious Montessori environment that supports the development of children's independence and concentration, facilitates children's interactions and opportunities to help each other and allows the guide/teacher to fully implement their role.

The Classroom Assistant and Lead Teacher must work together as a cohesive team; ongoing regular communication assists this collaboration. Together they prepare and maintain an orderly, attractive, and joyful environment. The Montessori Assistant provides another pair of observant, attentive eyes and ears. Classroom Assistants are crucial in modeling courteous and respectful behavior as well as contributing to the warm, supportive, and calm atmosphere that is the hallmark of Montessori classrooms.

Responsibilities

Assists in the preparation and maintenance of the prepared environment Assumes a non-teaching, supportive role Reinforces consistent limits with the children Uses positive redirection and maintains order in the classroom Models grace and courtesy with adults and children Uses clear, precise, complete language Uses a calm, soft voice Observes children at all times and is available to do so Provides feedback on their observations of the children to the Lead Teacher Protects presentations given by the Lead Teacher from interruption Protects concentration of children by limiting interruptions Promotes independence, yet assists children as needed Assists children as needed in social situations/conflict resolution and has an understanding of Peace Education Assists the Lead Teacher to support the individual needs of the children in accordance with Perth Children's House mission and vision Creates a well-prepared environment with a teaching partner and contributes to the atmosphere of learning and inquisitiveness, understanding how to assist students as they move from one "work"/level to the next in accordance to the teaching schedule and direction from the Lead Teacher.
The Classroom Assistant is expected to participate in the life of the school, attending meetings and staff retreats, events, school celebrations and upholding the mission, vision and values of PCH.

Required Education/Certification

Completion of an accredited Early Childhood Montessori Assistant certificate or Early Childhood Montessori Diploma. Standard First Aid and CPR-C Certification. Up to date vaccination record on file at the school. An annual Vulnerable Sector Criminal Record Check with "No record found" status.
Perth Children's House is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from individuals of all backgrounds. We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

To find more information about our school please visit our website perthchildrenshouse.ca/

Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 10 months

Pay: $35,000.00-$39,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Casual dress
Flexible language requirement:

French not required
Schedule:

8 hour shift Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:

Perth, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Education:

Secondary School (preferred)
Language:

English (required)
Licence/Certification:

Early Childhood Montessori Diploma (preferred) Montessori Assistant certification (preferred) ECE or Montessori Assistant certificate (required)
Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 2025-08-29