Teacher in Training Toddler

Teacher In Training Toddler

Location: Shrewsbury, NJ

Hours: Monday to Friday, 11 am - 6:30 pm

Because our team is passionate about what they do, we are passionate about our team. Not only are we committed to the success of our students, but we invest in the development and growth of our team. As a part of our teaching team, our Teachers in Training have ongoing professional development that gives them the tools to succeed and allows for career path opportunities. Our modern Montessori approach offers enrichment beyond the traditional educational experience. We continue to evolve as the world evolves. Apple Montessori Schools is not just school—it’s a place where children develop their best self in preparation for their best life.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The duties shall include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Plan and implement activities to meet the physical, emotional, intellectual and social needs of the children in the program.
• Provide various experiences and activities for children including songs, games and storytelling.
• Conduct activities that introduce math and literacy concepts.
• Develop culturally appropriate programs and activities.
• Establish routines and provide positive guidance.
• Encourages students’ positive self-image and supports individuality, independence, and creative expression.
• Provide a safe and secure environment for children to feel comfortable.
• Facilitate FasTracKids program with all enrolled students.
• Maintains accurate and timely educational assessments and progress notes for all assigned students.
• Maintains ratios at all times, keeps attendance records of children throughout the day.
• Train and supervise Teacher Assistant within the classroom.
• Clearly and effectively communicate in a manner that children understand.
• Ensure equipment and the facility is clean, well maintained and safe at all times.
• Maintain communication with parents.
• Maintain demonstration logs and lessons.
• Assist in planning school wide events and curriculum.
• Create and update games and workshops.
• Participate in parent/teacher conferences throughout the school year to discuss the child’s progress.
• Attend four Saturday and four weekday Teacher in-service days throughout the school year.
• Attend all weekly staff meetings and weekly teacher curriculum meetings.
• Maintains confidential student, parent and/or school information in accordance to company policies.
• Performs all such related and non-related duties as may be assigned by Supervisor and/or Company CEO.

• Must have CDA, or Associates Degree in Education and willing to obtain CDA within first year or Bachelors Degree in Education or similar field
• Must complete Montessori Certification within the first year of hire or promotion.
• Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and First Aid certified.
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills with the ability to initiate and maintain working relationships with all levels of staff..
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to multitask in a classroom setting.