Perth Montessori Hiring for Education Assistant at Perth, Western Australia, Australia Full Time

Company Description

Perth Montessori is an independent, inner-city school located in Burswood, beside the banks of the Derbal Yiragan (Swan River) on Whadjuk Noongar booja (country) in Perth, Western Australia. Established in 1980, we proudly offer Montessori education to children from playgroup to Year 12. We follow the Montessori method that prioritises the development of self-discipline, independence, and global citizenship, placing students at the centre of their educational experience. We are committed to the development of the whole child who will be an independent thinker, ethically minded and ready to thrive in a rapidly changing world.

Role Description

This is a full-time Education Assistant role located on-site at Perth Montessori. The Education Assistant will be responsible for assisting the Montessori teacher in the care and educational support of children, observing and record keeping of children’s work habits, and ensuring the Montessori-prepared environment is clean and tidy. Other duties include working one-on-one with children, providing behaviour management support, and fostering positive relationships with students and families.

Qualifications

• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Strong communication skills
• Experience in the education sector
• Working With Children Check
• Experience in behaviour management
• Certificate III or IV in Education Support
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team
• Experience working in a Montessori environment is preferred

Immediate start – Term 4.

Please send your CV including the names and contact details for 2 referees to principal@pi.wa.edu.au and / or via LinkedIn.