Job Description

At Missoula Community School, we inspire children to explore, create and care.

Missoula Community School is seeking and assistant teacher to join our team of dedicated early educators for our 3 and four year old classroom! Ideal candidates will have experience working with preschool aged children, experience implementing positive guidance and supporting social-emotional learning, and a desire to collaborate with lead teachers to support emergent curriculum.

Why MCS:

Missoula Community School is an independent early childhood school grounded in social-emotional learning and progressive education. Located in the heart of Missoula, Montana, we offer a nurturing learning environment for around 60 children ages 2-6. Our experiential curriculum fosters curiosity and creativity, encourages kindness and community building, and promotes the growth of the whole child.

Assistant teachers use the MCS philosophy as a framework to assist in all areas of the classroom including activities, circles, and free play. They will respond sensitively and creatively to the needs of individual children and families, and above all, ensure the physical and emotional safety of all children. Candidates must relate well to children and adults, and possess qualities of maturity, enthusiasm, patience and good judgment as well as excellent communication skills.

Job type:

Full-time

Starting wage rate:

$16.50 - $20.96 per hour (depending on experience and qualifications)

Expected hours:

40 per week

Benefits:

Robust paid time off, including paid personal days and paid school holidays and breaks Participation in Ally Health Program(provides virtual access to different health services) Professional development opportunities Tuition discount for your dependent(s)

In order to comply with licensing requirements, assistant teachers must:

complete a background check provide documentation of immunizations as required by the state licensing agency complete approved CPR and First Aid courses within 30 days of hire complete required licensing training within 90 days of hire register with the Early Childhood Project and complete required annual training have a high school diploma, GED or HiSET
At MCS, we believe in building a diverse school community. We invite applicants who might not yet meet all listed qualifications, and who are inspired and able to build skills and grow in this role. We also encourage candidates from historically underrepresented communities to apply.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $16.50 - $20.96 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

Employee discount Paid time off Parental leave Professional development assistance
Work Location: In person