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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 an Elementary Assistant (AGES 6- 12 years)

Requirements:

• 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 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 big picture?

• Are you able to work independently and as a part of the team?

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 Elementary classroom 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. For more information, visit us at www.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 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 (eg., Pricing out a piece of equipment, looking up a detail of the national curriculum)
• Managing calendar, scheduling appointments, managing the associated tasks and logistics
• Creating and managing operational spreadsheets
• Transcribing handwritten notes, flip chart sheets, taking meeting minutes
• Answering and making phone calls
• Basic assistant tasks - stocking office supplies, placing orders, updating contact lists, etc.

What We Ask:

• Very strong English - not just fluent, but capable of understanding and conducting professional, nuanced communication both speaking and writing
• Communicative in Czech, so that they can translate or facilitate communication at least at a basic level
• 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: 3 days/week from 8-16
• Long-term cooperation
• Positive, diverse, and relaxed work environment
• Support of an experienced and friendly team
• Starting date: August 2022 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.