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Little Star Montessori School Preschool Teacher in Winthrop, Washington
**Passionate about Early Childhood Education? Join Little Star School's Teaching Team for the 2024-25 School Year!
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Little Star School in the Methow Valley, Washington is looking for preschool teachers for the 2024-25 school year!
We are hiring:
Early Childhood Education Co-Lead Teacher (Ages 3-5): 32-40 hours/4-5 days per week, year round.
As a Lead Early Childhood Teacher, you will work with a co-lead to supervise up to 16 students. Lead teachers plans and implement developmentally appropriate curriculum throughout the year at our Montessori-inspired school, and oversee the daily flow of the classroom, including set up, student care and engagement, end of day clean up, parent/guardian interactions, and teaching team collaboration.
*Early Childhood Assistant Teacher (Ages 18mo-3 years): *Fridays 8:15-3:45
Assistant teachers help plan and implement age-appropriate Montessori-inspired curriculum throughout the year. Two teachers work in tandem to guide up to 16 students (EC) or 11 students (Toddler) throughout their day, including classroom time, lessons, snack, rest time and outdoor play.
To Apply:
Find all job descriptions with specific responsibilities at www.littlestarschool.org/job-opportunities, and email your resume and cover letter explaining why you are interested in the position to employment@littlestarschool.org.
What Little Star is looking for:
The most important attribute Little Star looks for is an attitude that is joyful, nurturing, calm, kind, respectful and open towards all children and families. We love the work we do and look for people who can play and laugh, who genuinely enjoy being around young children and find meaning in contributing to the early years in a child's life. We look for individuals who communicate clearly and are open to giving and receiving feedback, are interested in professional development and growth as a teacher, and possess strong organizational skills. We prioritize the social emotional development of children in our care, and our Montessori-inspired curriculum, focus on outdoor exploration, and Positive Discipline approach to conflict resolution form the foundation of our school's unique culture.
Ideally applicants will have 2+ years of experience with the relevant age group in any setting and at least two childcare related references. We recognize the many ways that individuals can work with children and as teachers including through outdoor education, camps, daycare, preschools, nannying, paraeducator work and more. For Lead Teacher positions, applicants will ideally hold an Early Childhood certificate/degree or Montessori certificate/degree. Little Star offers a variety of professional development and training opportunities for new staff as well as during the school year.
Wages & Benefits
- $17-$22+ per hour, (depending on experience, skills, and qualifications)
- 3% retirement matching program
- Annual health stipend
- Flexible scheduling
- 50% childcare discounts
- Strong, positive staff culture
About Little Star
Today, Little Star nurtures over 120 children and employs over 40 staff members across its two campuses in Winthrop and Twisp. Little Star has a diverse and dedicated teaching team including teachers who have been here over 30 years, new teachers building their skills, and alum students who are now staff, sending their own children to Little Star. Our special school is a home to many!