Contact: Erin Karnofski
Email: misserin@cedarrivermontessori.org
Name of School/Organization: Cedar River Montessori School
School Website: cedarrivermontessori.org
Age Group: 3-12 years
Description: Assistant Teacher (Floating Substitute)
Are you an energetic, positive, patient, and joyful educator seeking to make an impact on our youngest generation of global citizens? Do you have a love of the great outdoors along with experience working with children of all ages? Can you bring with you a background of diverse experiences and perspectives to foster connections with our students, families, and staff?
Cedar River Montessori School, in Renton, WA, seeks a full-time floating substitute assistant teacher to join an awesome staff. The responsibilities of this position change daily – working in early childhood or elementary or helping with office tasks – and essential qualities of this position are flexibility and self-motivation. Candidate must also be empathetic, patient, respectful, and an excellent communicator. Duties include supporting the teachers, classroom management, encouraging independence in children of all ages, and playground supervision. Ideal candidate will be working toward or hold a CDA or a bachelor’s degree, with a minimum of one year working with children in a group setting. Montessori experience a plus. Hours are 9:30 am – 6 pm, with a start date of December 2. This full-time, non-exempt position includes medical, dental, and vision benefits, matching retirement contributions, and paid time off.
Located on 12 acres of forested wetland and pasture, Cedar River Montessori is an AMS accredited, independent, non-profit school for students ages 3 through 14 in Renton, WA. Cedar River Montessori students follow their natural interests as they explore their world, discovering the interconnectedness of personal responsibility, environmental stewardship, and social equity. Students learn how to work independently and collaboratively, experiencing a transformative education as they grow into the next generation of engaged, global thinkers who compassionately challenge the status quo. Founded in 1981, we strive to be a diverse and inclusive community.
Cedar River Montessori values the rich cultures, traditions, and ethnicities our families come from, and we are looking for diverse applicants who represent these backgrounds.
To apply, please submit resume with letter of interest to Erin Karnofski, Head of School, at misserin@cedarrivermontessori.org
Phone: (425) 271-9614
School Address: 15828 SE Jones Rd, Renton, WA 98058-8141
