Primary Teacher Assistant

High School Diploma Required

Strong belief in Montessori philosophy

Energetic, responsible, professional

Collaborative work ethic with excellent oral and written communication skills Comfortable and confident in communicating with parents and caregivers

Gloria Dei is a small, diverse, secular Montessori school. Our campus is nestled on a

peaceful wooded lot in a quiet residential neighborhood. We enroll children from 18

months through Middle School. We are looking for a full-time teacher’s assistant for

work with our Primary classrooms.

Our Montessori Primary classrooms have children from ages 2.5 year to 6 years. There

are between 18-21 students with one teacher and one non-teaching assistant. The

assistant is primarily responsible for maintaining peace and order in the Montessori

classroom and in keeping the classroom environment clean and running smoothly. A

calm, respectful approach toward children is vital. Prior knowledge and understanding of

the Montessori philosophy is helpful, but not required.

The Montessori assistant plays a very important role in the overall success of the

Montessori environment. S/he provides support to the lead teacher, support of the

classroom environment and through gentle interaction with the children, supports a

peaceful, harmonious classroom. It is a position that requires high energy and a gentle

spirit combined with a willing “can-do” attitude and a healthy sense of humor. It is also a

personally challenging and rewarding experience.