FT Childcare Assistant - Infant/Toddler HIRING IMMEDIATELY! Share your respect and awe for children by becoming a passionate and supportive member of our Salem Montessori School (SMS) community. Our number one priority is the well-being and development of every child. This includes the whole child - the physical, social/emotional, and cognitive. Our SMS staff members work together as part of a collaborative, caring team and serve as positive role models. SMS is currently hiring for a Full-time assistant to work with Toddlers! What we offer/Benefits: • Comprehensive Benefits Package • Competitive Pay ($15-17 per hour based on education, experience and credentials) • Holiday Care Hours • Training and Career Development Opportunities • Medical/Dental/Insurance Plans • Gaining experience working with children ages 0-3yrs Successful team members: • Are dependable and consistent in their ability to be physically and mentally present for the children. • Take responsibility for being proactive in problem-solving, caring for the environment, and building relationships. • Have a keen awareness and observation skills. • Communicate articulately, respectfully, and constructively. • Establish and enforce rules and boundaries of behavior for children in their classrooms. We have a very structured classroom environment. • Be professional and mature in appearance and attitude. • Help children use resources and explore during learning and play activities using the Montessori method. Expectations: • Monday-Friday • 40 hours per week (8:30-5:30 w/ an hour lunch) • Ability to be on your feet. • Ability to lift and move. • Ability to conduct chores apart from childcare (cleaning, etc.) • Willingness to engage with young children and other staff members. Requirements: • Ages 18 or older • High School Diploma or GED • CPR and First Aid Certified or willing to be certified. • Experience with children (preferred) PLEASE NOTE: Employees who are made an offer of employment will be required to pass a post-offer pre-employment background process that includes passing a Basic TB and fingerprint test and completing an online training program. Applicants who do not pass or participate in any of this pre-employment process will have their offer of employment rescinded. Visit http://salemmontessori.org/ or https://amshq.org/ to learn more about Montessori.