After School Care Assistant (26-27 School Year)

Are you ready to change the world? At Aidan Montessori School, we believe that changing the world for the better begins in the classroom.By educating children into adults who can overcome obstacles, communicate persuasively, lead with vision, adapt with agility, and care for their community, we can create a more open, innovative, and just society.As Washington D.C.'s oldest Montessori school and one of the oldest in the nation, Aidan is both a home for families seeking a child-focused education and a leader in the broader Montessori movement.Here, students ages 18 months through grade 6 realize their potential through an educational approach based on children's natural development and innate curiosity. Aidan students grow into:Curious thinkers, empowered to wonder, to question, and to follow their inspiration as it strikesCreative explorers who experience the world with a "let's go find out" mentalityCompassionate problem-solvers who are driven to seek solutions for their communityAidan's Mission: Aidan's mission is to help children realize their full potential and become independent, self-motivated, and personally and socially responsible citizens of the world. We do this by following the principles of Montessori education and cultivating a community centered on curiosity, respect, humanity, and peace. We embrace diversity and strive to maintain an inclusive, equitable environment where every individual feels a genuine sense of belonging.Aidan is committed to offering high-quality, authentic Montessori education. All of our lead teachers have earned diplomas from the Association Montessori Internationale (AMI). Senior leadership team members have extensive classroom experience and AMI training across multiple levels. Our Head of School, Jamie Rue, is an AMI trainer. This depth of Montessori expertise helps guide our work and supports our commitment to authentic Montessori education. Aidan is an environment where teachers are supported and encouraged to provide high-quality Montessori education by following their AMI training!Required Experience, Qualifications and Attributes:High School DegreeA commitment to the school's mission as a dedicated member of the Montessori communityA willingness to contribute to a culture of collaboration and teamworkExcellent interpersonal and communication skills, strong attention to detail and organization, and passion for creating an inclusive and dynamic learning environmentA positive, team spirit with a desire to work together to support all aspects of the school operationsHighly Desired Experience, Qualifications, and Attributes: One to Two years of experience.Desire to fully implement your AMI training in a supportive and constructive environment.Willingness to build strong relationships with parents and caregivers of the children in your class.Specific requirements will apply based on the particular position. For full description of After School Care Assistant (ASP Staff), click here.Part Time Position Hours: 3pm to 6pm M-F (or combination of days if needed for college age students). To apply, please:Review our Frequently Asked QuestionsSend your resume and letter of interest via BambooHR.Explain briefly why you want to work for Aidan Montessori School.