Elementary Instructional Support Teacher - Reading Focus

St. Mary's Montessori School is looking for an Elementary Instructional Support Teacher - Reading Focus.

***This position is categorized as an Assistant Teacher Position. ***

The right candidate will have strong leadership, professionalism, excellent communication skills, and a love of Elementary Reading Education. St. Mary's Montessori is an authentic Montessori school and growing company that puts the children and their safety first and values their employees. We are pursuing those teachers who can confidently be in a classroom with passion, patience, and the love of learning. Demonstrating effective organizational, time management, writing, and multitasking skills is desired. The successful candidate will receive competitive compensation and benefits.

We are looking for experienced Elementary Assistant Teachers who are Reading Specialists.

Primary Responsibilities:

1. *Group and Individual Instruction*: Provide targeted reading instruction to small groups and individual students who require additional support to meet grade-level reading standards.

2. *Scheduled Sessions*: Work with students according to a scheduled plan, ensuring consistent and dedicated support.

3. *Montessori Approach*: Design and implement reading instruction that aligns with the Montessori method, emphasizing self-directed learning and hands-on activities.

4. *Collaboration with Lead Teachers*: Work closely with lead teachers to understand each child's unique needs, develop personalized reading plans, and share progress updates.

5. *Progress Monitoring and Reporting*: Regularly assess student progress, maintain accurate records, and generate reports to inform instruction and communicate with parents.

Additional Responsibilities:

1. *Creating Reading Materials*: Develop and adapt reading materials to meet the diverse needs of students, ensuring engaging and challenging content.

2. *Sending Work Home*: Provide students with reading assignments and activities to complete at home, promoting continued practice and reinforcement.

3. *Parent Workshop*: Organize and facilitate a parent workshop on reading, offering strategies and techniques to support students' reading development at home.

4. *Documentation and Record-Keeping*: Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of student progress, including reading assessments, lesson plans, and communication with parents.

Key Performance Indicators:

1. *Student Progress*: Consistently demonstrate student progress toward meeting grade-level reading standards.

2. *Parent Engagement*: Foster strong partnerships with parents, providing regular updates on student progress and offering strategies for supporting reading development at home.

3. *Collaboration with Lead Teachers*: Develop and maintain effective working relationships with lead teachers, ensuring a cohesive and supportive learning environment.

Work Location: In person
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $17.00 - $23.00 per hour
Benefits:

  • 401(k)

  • Dental Insurance

  • Health Insurance

  • Life insurance

  • Paid time off (Employee Agreement Benefit)

  • Paid Holidays (Employee Agreement Benefit)

  • Vision insurance

  • Life insurance

  • Sick Leave

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift

  • Monday to Friday

  • Some weekends

Education Requirements:

  • Bachelors: English / Elementary Education (Preferred)

  • 12 Core Early Childhood Education (ECE) Units (Preferred)

  • College Courses pertaining to Elementary Reading Education

  • High school or equivalent

Job Requirements Per Department of Social Services:

  • CPR/First Aid Certification

  • Live Scan

  • Mandated Reporter: General Training & Child Care Provider

  • T/Dap / D/Tap & MMR Immunizations

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