compensation:
$25 - $30/hour based on experience
employment type:
full-time
job title:
Lower Elementary Assistant Teacher
non-profit organization
MdTL, an independent school in San Rafael serving children 2 years old through 6th grade, is seeking an Assistant Teacher for our Lower Elementary program (6-9 year olds) for the 2025-26 school year. Start Date: August 12, 2025 Full-Time Position (40 hours/week): 7:30am - 4:00pm M-F MdTL has a wonderfully supportive staff and community, and is a great place to grow your career. Position Summary: The Lower Elementary Assistant Teacher provides daily support to the classroom’s AMI-trained Head Teacher in a multi-aged Montessori classroom. Essential Duties & Responsibilities: * Assist Head Teacher with basic classroom support * Share the responsibility for the safety and physical well-being of children at all times * Be responsible for daily classroom preparation as directed by the Head Teacher * Various classroom administrative task * Supervise the yard during play time * Cultivate and reinforce positive student behavior * Model appropriate behavior by demonstrating respect and care towards students and staff at all times Requirements / Desirables: * Minimum 2 years teaching/childcare experience preferred * Montessori experience preferred * Negative TB test within 4 years * Excellent English communication skills, both written and verbal * Available to start August 12, 2025 * Bilingual candidates are especially encouraged to apply -- fluent in Spanish and English preferred We Offer: * Competitive salary commensurate with experience * Health & Dental Benefits (90% premiums employer paid) * Participation in 403b Retirement Plan (3% employer contribution after 1 year of employment/6% match after 4 years of employment) * Professional Development Opportunities * Paid Holidays * PTO/Sick Time Please email cover letter and resume to employment@mdtl.org.
