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The International Montessori School of Prague, a small, community oriented private Montessori school in Prague 4, is seeking a reliable, responsive, and organized individual for the position of a Teacher’s Assistant for our Toddler classroom (age 15 months to 3 years old)

Requirements:

• A passion for working with toddler aged children, love for their challenging but rewarding nature. Commitment to serving children as part of the school team.
• Love of Learning: a deep curiosity and enthusiasm for learning about development and needs of this age group according to the Montessori method
• High school diploma required, college degree in a related field (education, social work, psychology, etc.) an advantage
• English and Czech fluency: one at C2, other at least at the B2 or C1 level.
• Communicative and flexible worker, reliable and self-organized.
• Experience with children, ideally in a group setting. Previous teaching experience a significant advantage.
• Legally able to live and work in the Czech Republic on the basis of a Zivnostensky list
• Able to physically keep up with a group of children, including getting up and down on the floor or lifting 30 pounds

Previous experience with Montessori is welcome but not a must. However, we do require an open and respectful attitude to children and our educational model, as well as a willingness to learn Montessori practices and professionally develop on the job.

Are you the right match for us?

• Are you a proactive, well-organized, and reliable worker?
• Do you have respect and love for children, and are motivated by helping them learn and succeed?
• Can you communicate pleasantly and openly with parents, colleagues and the entire school community?
• Are you creative and enjoy bringing new learning opportunities for children?
• Are you attentive to detail whilst keeping track of the bigger picture?
• Are you able to work independently and as a part of the team?
• Are you open to learning and applying newly gained knowledge on the spot?

If you answered yes to these questions, you might be a great match for this position.

Job duties and tasks involve:

• Assist in the classroom during the day: supporting the teachers in classroom management, working with children individually and in small groups, encouraging and guiding activity and peer interactions; supporting transitions and non-academic activities; managing classroom tasks (cleaning, organizing, paperwork).
• Making/creating customized lessons and activities as guided by the teacher.
  Oversee the Toddler After School Program, including planning activities and games, arts and crafts and outside play.
• Communicate with parents as needed.
• Actively participate in events, activities, field trips, etc. organized by the School

We offer:

• Full time position with competitive pay and benefits.
• Positive, diverse, and relaxed work environment
• Support of an experienced and friendly team
• High potential for professional development and progress in the Montessori field

Please inquire with a CV and motivational letter, in English, at jirina.slanska@montessori.cz.

The International Montessori School of Prague, a small, community-oriented private Montessori school in Prague 4, is seeking a reliable, responsive, and organized individual for the position of an EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT/ PART-TIME.

Your Job Tasks: 

• Responding to emails based on a given outline and points, particularly to parents 

• Researching and compiling information, including translation from Czech to English 

• Managing calendar, scheduling appointments, managing the associated tasks and logistics 

• Transcribing handwritten notes, flip chart sheets, taking meeting minutes

• Answering and making phone calls

• Basic assistant tasks 

What We Ask:

• Very strong English 

• Very good Czech language

• Good PC knowledge: MS Office, MS Office Suite, G-Suite, Dropbox and other e-environments, able to find information (solid google-fu)

• At least finished secondary education

• Pleasant and professional with staff and parents: excellent customer service

• Open minded to Montessori philosophy and happy to learn

• Organized and detail oriented

• Good sense of humour is welcomed

What We Offer:

• Part-time: 4 days/week 

• Long-term cooperation

• Positive, diverse, and relaxed work environment

• Support of an experienced and friendly team

• Starting date: January 2023 or according to agreement

If you are interested in applying to be an Executive Assistant, please submit your CV and a brief letter of introduction to us via: jirina.slanska@montessori.cz

We are looking for an Infant/Toddler (0-3) Lead Teacher to join us in beautiful Prague (Czech Republic) for the 2023-2024 School year!

We are an AMS-accredited Montessori school, serving 120 students, focused on delivering a strong English program with a Czech component. We inspire children 15 months to 12 years and pride ourselves on providing a nurturing, growth-focused environment for students and faculty alike.

We are seeking staff members who take initiative, have a compassionate and joyful personality, and are motivated by a strong love for children and authentic Montessori education. Our school is committed to life-long learning in our community and we are looking for a team player who is eager to learn and collaborate.  

We offer a positive working environment, supportive school leadership (Head of School is AMI trained from 0-12 and all Area Coordinators are trained in their area), competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package. We are seeking a contract with a minimum of two years or longer.

Are you:

• IMC, AMS or AMI trained?
• Do you have at least 3 years of experience working as a lead teacher in a school setting?
• Are you a native English speaker?
• Are you creative and enjoy bringing new learning opportunities for children?
• Are you warm and create a safe space around you?
• Do you have attention to detail and can also see the big picture?
• Are you a team player who takes initiative, yet is respectful and professional?
• Are you able to work independently and as a part of the team? 
• Do you have a love of learning and do you like to share your knowledge? 
• Do you have the capability and willingness to improve processes?
• Do you have a growth mindset and willingness to continually learn and develop as a teacher and want to develop yourself to become a leader of a small team? 
• Physical Requirements: able to get up and down on the floor, can lift 30 pounds, and can keep up with a group of children. 

What is wonderful about being a teacher at IMSP?

Everyone in our team has a voice and their own contribution to make.

• We focus on quality Montessori education and put the child first. 
• We have weekly meetings to encourage communication and collaborative learning from one another.
• We offer 4 teacher-work days a year, where students stay home, so teachers may change the materials on your shelves, organize, clean, work on newsletters, evaluations, observe other schools or go to workshops.
• We encourage and offer opportunities for growth and career development over time. All staff are encouraged into continuing education. Besides formalized training, all staff members receive mentoring towards personal growth and development goals, as well as an annual professional development funds.
• All Lead Teachers have 7 paid sick/personal days off each school year and 2 professional development days each school year.
• Staff Members have 5+ weeks paid holiday during the school year (3-days fall break, 3 weeks at winter, 1-week spring break, 1 week at Easter, and all national holidays). 
• We offer a 12-month contract, but all Lead teachers have a paid summer holiday of 6 weeks

If you would like to be part of our dynamic teaching team, please send your resume and cover letter to info@montessori.cz.  For more information, visit us online at www.montessori.cz