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South Bend Community School

Montessori Instructional Assistant

South Bend Community School, South Bend, Indiana, us, 46626

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POSITION TITLE:

Montessori Instructional Assistant

GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS:

Reports to: Building Principal and Lead Classroom Teacher

Contract Length: School Year - Teacher scheduled days

Hourly Rate: Depending on Experience and education

BASIC FUNCTIONS: This position requires an individual who will assist the lead teacher in successfully implementing all aspects of the Montessori program working with students, staff and parents. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Implement instructional and classroom leadership strategies which reflect the Montessori model. Actively participate in on-going professional development/training. Participation required. Work with the Montessori classroom teacher, instructional and Montessori coaches and principal. Assist the teacher in providing a skillfully prepared environment that allows children to explore, move, share with a group and be independent, make decisions, develop self-control and create order that cultivates a lifelong love of learning. Collaborates successfully with teams to integrate Montessori pedagogy. Employ a wide variety of instructional techniques which reflect differentiation of instruction as directed by the Montessori teacher. Assist in successfully with implementing curriculum in a multi-age classroom. Embrace the Montessori program and the Montessori philosophy. Work well with others. Demonstrate an understanding of the needs of a diverse (ethical/racial) urban school population and apply appropriate instructional strategies. Monitor and assist students with breakfast. Assist in the implementation of a best practice Montessori classroom demonstrating the Montessori beliefs and philosophy through curriculum, instructional strategies and classroom environment. Other duties as assigned Minimum Qualifications:

Recommendation for probation assistance on their most recent evaluation. Interview with Principal required.

Works in standard office and school building environments. Must be able to work regularly scheduled hours. Must be able to handle stress.