Classroom Assistant

Located on Cleveland’s east side in beautiful, historic Cleveland Heights, Ohio, Ruffing Montessori School seeks a full-time Children’s House Assistant to assist a Montessori trained Lead Teacher in caring for and guiding the meaningful work of children throughout their school day. The Children’s House Assistant works collaboratively with a team to provide care and supervision of toddlers, support the day-to-day care of the classroom, facilitate transitions from the classroom to other learning environments on campus (e.g., outdoor classroom, playground, lunch and nap spaces), and maintain routines of the day.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate enthusiasm for working with our youngest children, and possess a nurturing character, a positive spirit, creativity, awareness, patience, and a growth mindset. The ideal candidate will respect the necessity for consistent attendance and prompt arrival. The successful candidate will demonstrate keen enthusiasm and appreciation for Ruffing’s culture, values, and mission:

The mission of Ruffing Montessori School is to employ the philosophy and methods of Dr. Montessori to educate young people to their fullest potential, instilling a deep sense of personal independence and social responsibility. With the knowledge that they are citizens of the world, they will contribute to that world by making decisions based on the highest order of ethics and conscience.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist in the supervision of children in the classroom to help maintain a peaceful environment and engage children in meaningful work
• Move around the classroom to touch base with small groups to monitor the morning work cycle
• Adhere to and reinforce the Montessori principle of respecting the child
• Maintain care of the environment by washing materials, napkins, placemats, lesson activity rugs, and tableware regularly
• Assist in lunch and nap spaces in the afternoons
• Provide feedback and support to the classroom Lead Teacher, especially during conference time
• Provide childcare for special school events
• Attend orientation meetings and required trainings for compliance with state licensing
• Assist with arrival and dismissal of students

OTHER ACTIVITIES:

• Any tasks as appropriately assigned by the Head of School, Lead Teacher, or Director of Montessori Early Childhood
• Provide assistance to teachers, students, or parents as needed
• Attend meetings and school events as requested or required

Pay: $30,000.00 - $45,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person