Hours:  7:30 a.m. - 1:15 p.m. daily Monday - Friday
12-month position 
Salary = $19.00/hour ($20.00/hour if Montessori credentialed)

The Morning Toddler Team Aide supports the Toddler Teaching Teams by providing continuity of care to the children in all three MSD Toddler classrooms. To do this, the Team Aide will build a relationship with each child and their family, and learn the expectations of the Lead Teachers in each classroom. When a Lead or Assistant Teacher needs to be out of the classroom, the Aide will be available to step in as a substitute and ensure the classroom operates with minimal disruption to schedule, program objectives, or the comfort of the children.

When the Team Aide is not required to be in ratio in any of the Toddler classrooms, they may work under a Lead Teacher’s direction to supervise a small group activity or support a child with one-on-one attention. They may also take on other duties such as preparing materials, setting up activities, processing laundry and dishes, or general cleaning and organizing in the Toddler House. Occasionally, the Team Aide may be asked to assist other programs on the MSD campus.

With support from the Teaching Team, the Team Aide will refine their observation skills and learn to anticipate when they will be needed to offer support in the classroom or when they should step back and wait for instruction.  

The Toddler Team Aide is an academic-year position with optional summer employment. The Morning Toddler Team Aide is expected to be on campus at 7:30 am to welcome children for Before School Care. Each morning, they will coordinate with the Toddler Lead Teachers to determine their role during class time, from 9:00 am to 12 pm. From 12:00 to 1:15 pm, they will assist with lunch and naps in the All Day Toddler classes and provide coverage for the Toddler Team to attend Wednesday meetings. 

The Team Aide’s duties should be completed by 1:15 each day, although they may occasionally be expected to spend additional time on campus for meetings and training.

The Toddler Team Aide’s job description is divided into four aspects: professional development and expectations, preparation of the classroom environment, role during class time, and role as a member of the staff and community. 

Professional Development and Expectations

• Abide by the MSD Employee Handbook, The Family Handbook, the AMS Code of Ethics, and the MSD Code of Conduct
• Participate in training provided by the Lead Teacher before the school year begins and during the year, generally within the hours of a typical school day, or at the mutual convenience of the Teaching Team
• Through reading, discussion, and observation, work toward expanding their understanding of the Montessori philosophy
• Direct all parent concerns to the Lead Teacher  
• Participate in the staff review process used at MSD

Preparation of the Classroom Environment

• Maintain and care for the classroom environment in coordination with the Lead Teacher and Assistant Teacher before, during, and after class sessions
• Maintain and care for the outdoor environment in coordination with the Lead Teacher and Assistant Teacher before, during, and after class sessions 
• Work to develop an understanding of the Montessori philosophy
• Work to understand and carry out the directives of the Lead Teacher
• In cooperation with the Lead Teacher, schedule time for team meetings, discussion, and training sessions
• Assist in introductions of new and prospective students
• Inform the Lead and Assistant Teacher of problems with any child or situation
• When requested, assist in planning for the classroom

Role During Class time

• When substituting for the Lead or Assistant Teacher, the Toddler Team Aide will generally perform the duties of the Assistant Teacher, but classroom expectations may vary from class to class
• Cooperate with the Lead Teacher and Assistant Teacher to manage arrival and dismissal, organize snack, and oversee the playground
• Be available to students, and be ready to handle various interruptions when the Lead Teacher is giving a lesson
• Stand back from time to time during class to observe the children, and to take notes according to the record-keeping system provided by the Lead Teacher
• Assist in maintaining classroom discipline, following MSD policy

Role As a Member of the MSD Staff and Community

• Attend in-service training or workshops sponsored by MSD (e.g., CPR training, Professional Development) 
• Attend other school functions (e.g. Parent Education, Open Houses, celebrations, field trips, etc.) as advisable (see Staff Attendance at MSD Events in the Employee Handbook)

Supervisor, Physical Requirements, and Qualifications

You will report directly to your immediate Supervisor who is your Lead Teacher, and to the Head of School or her designate. Supervisory decisions regarding the Toddler Team Aide, including but not limited to hiring, re-hiring, termination, and review, reside with the Head of School.

There is a physical requirement to the position, including but not limited to picking up and carrying a child up to 40 lbs, and mobility necessary to reach a child quickly in an emergency. Work will be conducted indoors and outdoors and with animals of various kinds. 

Personal requirements include: experience working with young children, experience in a Montessori classroom preferred; the ability to work in a collaborative teamwork atmosphere; excellent communication skills, both verbal and written; well organized and detail-oriented with the ability to take responsibility for and follow through on projects assigned; ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality; ability to see; ability to hear; possess electronic and computer literacy. 

Being on campus and puntuality are essential functions of the job unless the school is mandated to move to remote learning. If remote learning becomes necessary, direction will be given at that time. 

This Job Description is not meant to be all-inclusive and requirements, as well as job duties, are subject to change.