Early Childhood Assistant Teacher

Job description:

Assistant Teacher/Floater – Toddler & 3–6 Year-Old Montessori Classrooms

Montessori Schools of Central Texas (MSCT) is seeking a dedicated, compassionate, and professional Assistant Teacher to join our Toddler & 3–6-year-old Montessori community.

If you have a heart for young children, enjoy creating a peaceful and nurturing classroom environment, and see teaching as more than a job—but as an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in a child's life—we would love to hear from you!

Experience in a Montessori school is a plus!

About Our School

Founded in 1982, Montessori Schools of Central Texas has proudly served families in Central Texas for more than 40 years. We are a Christian Montessori school committed to putting Christ first while providing children with a high-quality Montessori education.

Our teachers work together as a team to help children develop independence, confidence, self-discipline, responsibility, and a lifelong love of learning.

Position Details

Position: Assistant Teacher – Toddler & 3–6 Year-Old Classrooms
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 9:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.
Calendar: Per the school calendar
Location: Temple, Texas

What You'll Do

The Assistant Teacher works closely with the Lead Teacher to provide a safe, nurturing, orderly, and engaging environment for young children.

Responsibilities include:

• Assist the Lead Teacher in implementing the Montessori curriculum and daily classroom routines.
• Build warm, respectful, and positive relationships with children.
• Encourage independence, confidence, kindness, and appropriate social behavior.
• Use positive and effective behavior-management strategies.
• Communicate professionally and effectively with students, parents, and staff.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and inviting classroom environment.
• Observe children carefully and communicate observations and concerns to the Lead Teacher.
• Help supervise children during classroom activities, outdoor play, meals, transitions, and other daily routines.
• Organize, coordinate, and monitor multiple activities while maintaining close supervision of children.
• Work cooperatively as part of a professional teaching team.
• Follow all school policies, health and safety procedures, and licensing requirements.
• Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor at all times.
• Support and contribute to a positive Christian school community.

We Are Looking For Someone Who:

• Genuinely loves working with young children.
• Is patient, nurturing, dependable, and energetic.
• Has strong positive behavior-management skills.
• Can remain calm, attentive, and professional in a busy classroom environment.
• Is organized and able to manage multiple responsibilities at once.
• Communicates well with children, parents, and coworkers.
• Is willing to learn and grow professionally.
• Demonstrates mature Christian character and views teaching as a ministry.
• Understands the importance of teamwork and supporting the Lead Teacher.
• Has Montessori experience or a genuine interest in learning about Montessori education.

Required Qualifications & Employment Requirements

• Professionalism and dependability are required.
• Must successfully pass a criminal background check and drug screen.
• Must obtain and maintain CPR/First Aid certification.
• Must obtain and maintain Food Handler's certification.
• Must complete and maintain 24 clock hours of continuing education annually, as required.
• Visible tattoos must be covered while working.
• Must be able to meet the physical and supervisory demands of working with young children.

Why Join MSCT?

At MSCT, you will become part of a team that believes children deserve to be known, loved, respected, and guided toward independence.

We take pride in providing a Christ-centered Montessori environment where teachers can grow professionally while making a lasting impact on the lives of children and families.

Founded in 1982, we pride ourselves on being one of the very best Montessori schools in Central Texas!

How to Apply

We would love to learn more about you!

Please email your resume and a cover letter explaining why you would be a GREAT candidate for Montessori Schools of Central Texas to:

[email protected]

Applicants who meet the standards listed above will receive an application. Once the completed application is returned, an interview will be scheduled.

Important: Please send all documents directly from your personal email address, rather than through the Indeed email system.

Thank you for carefully following these application instructions. We look forward to hearing from you!

Pay: $30,720.00 - $32,720.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person