Teachers Assistant
Job Description
Job Description
About This Role
Join Our Team at The Children's Institute at Jericho
The Children’s Institute at Jericho is seeking a warm, dependable, and enthusiastic Assistant Teacher to join our Montessori and Nature-Based early childhood program.
Our Assistant Teachers play an important role in creating a calm, nurturing, and engaging environment where children are encouraged to explore, discover, and develop independence at their own pace. Working alongside experienced educators, you will support children throughout their daily routines, Montessori work, outdoor exploration, and hands-on learning experiences.
We are looking for someone who is patient, compassionate, curious, and eager to learn, with a genuine appreciation for working with young children and spending time outdoors. The ideal candidate enjoys being part of a collaborative team and is excited to support children as they build confidence, independence, and a lifelong love of learning.
Why Join TCIAJ?
- Be part of a passionate and supportive team of early childhood educators.
- Make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families every day.
- Work with a research-based curriculum rooted in best practices in early childhood education.
- Grow your skills and experience in a professional, collaborative environment.
- Help create a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment where children can thrive.
Conveniently Located
Our Jericho location is within a comfortable commute from several surrounding communities:
- 16 minutes from Cambridge
- 17 minutes from Richmond
- 20 minutes from Planet Fitness in Essex Junction
- 22 minutes from Jeffersonville
- 28 minutes from Milton
- 28 minutes from South Burlington
If you are passionate about early childhood education and want to be part of a team that values compassion, connection, and high-quality care, we would love to hear from you!
What You'll Do
Assistant Teacher Responsibilities
The Assistant Teacher will support the Lead Teacher in creating a safe, nurturing, and engaging Montessori and nature-based learning environment. Responsibilities include:
- Supporting classroom activities, routines, and Montessori learning experiences
- Supervising and engaging children throughout the day
- Participating in outdoor exploration and nature-based activities
- Creating a weekly snack menu and preparing and serving a healthy snack each day
- Encouraging children’s independence, confidence, and practical life skills
- Maintaining a clean, organized, and welcoming classroom environment
- Supporting children’s social, emotional, and developmental needs
- Building positive relationships with children, families, and fellow educators
- Working collaboratively with the teaching team to provide consistent, high-quality care
Requirements
- Minimum of 2+ years of professional child care experience
- Demonstrates enthusiasm for working with young children.
- Is positive, energetic, punctual, and dependable.
- Remains flexible and willing to provide support where needed to benefit the community.
- Is physically capable of engaging with children at their level and carrying a child during an emergency.
- Possesses a curiosity regarding Montessori philosophy and a willingness to engage in professional development.
- Communicates effectively and collaborates successfully with diverse personalities.
- Remains mindful of their influence and consistently models appropriate grace and courtesy.
Benefits
- Sick Leave
- Child Care Discount
- Professional Development
- Paid Holidays & School Breaks
- Simple IRA Retirement Plan with 3% matching contributions
- HRA (Health Reimbursement Arrangement)
- Paid professional development and training
- Montessori training provided
- Summers off
Pay Scale for Assistant: $20.00 - $24.00/hr ($35,200yr - $42,240yr) Dependent upon education and experience
Starting Date: Open until filled
Days: Monday - Friday
Time: 7:30am - 4pm
Work Year: School Year (Late August - Mid June)
Type of employment: Full-time/Yearly
About Us
Mission
We take advantage of this crucial chapter in a child's life to teach, guide and mentor. We focus on this important learning period to foster intellectual and emotional growth.
We offer experiences and provide opportunities for students to engage in their own curiosities by creating a safe and enriched environment where students are listened to, guided, and allowed to experience independence while learning about themselves, others in their environment, different cultures, and the world. Through these experiences we instill a rich and engaging academic background for future success and happiness.