Teacher Assistant
Company: Julia Brown Schools
Location: Silver Spring
Posted on: April 3, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description The Julia Brown Schools were
founded in 1967 by Charles and Julia Brown. We have over 50 years
of experience educating the children using the Montessori method of
education. We currently serve children ages 15 months to 9 years
old. Our environment is calm and peaceful. Montessori is a system
of education for young children that seeks to develop natural
interests and activities rather than use formal traditional
teaching methods. Dr. Maria Montessori, an Italian physician and
educator, developed this unique method of learning in 1907. If you
are interested in the Montessori method, there is room for growth
at our schools. We prefer to promote from within. Our staff must be
caring, dependable, dedicated individuals who truly enjoy working
with young children. We have four locations in Maryland: - Laurel -
Columbia - Silver Spring - Olney Responsibilities - Following the
principles of the Montessori method, develop careful and creative
activities suitable for the children. - Manage lunch, nap, recess,
and snack times - Supervise children to ensure they are safe at all
times - Maintain a clean and tidy classroom consistent with health
and safety standards Skills - Proven experience as a Toddler
Teacher - Familiarity with safety and sanitation guidelines for
classrooms - Excellent communication and instructional skills -
Patient, flexible, friendly and reliable - Flexibility to work with
group on your own or to work as a team with a fellow staff -
Balance between a creative mind and a practical acumen Requirements
- Dependable - Ability to stand for long periods of time. - Ability
to be active in ensuring the safety of the children and in
assisting them through the education curriculum. - Ability to be
aware at all times of the children and their environment. Being
aware of potentially dangerous situations and taking proactive
action should that be necessary. - Enjoy working with young
children - Proof of certifications - Willingness to take required
child care certification courses - These are examples only and in
no way imply that no further requirements are necessary. Benefits -
Childcare Discount - Paid Leave - Paid Holidays - Medical, Dental,
and Vision Insurance - 401k - Continuing Education Job Type:
Full-time Salary: $16.00 - $20.00 per hour Benefits: - 401(k) -
401(k) matching - Dental insurance - Employee discount - Health
insurance - Life insurance - Paid time off - Professional
development assistance - Tuition reimbursement - Vision insurance
Schedule: - 8 hour shift - Monday to Friday - No weekends
Education: - High school or equivalent (Required); foreign
transcripts acceptable Experience: - Childcare: 1 year (preferred)
License/Certifications (preferred, but not required prior to hire
although must be obtained if hired): - 45 hour Child Growth and
Development Certificate - 45 hour Infant/Toddler Certificate - 45
hour Preschool Certificate - 45 hour School Age Certificate Company
Description Private school using the Montessori method. Founded
1967. Company Description Private school using the Montessori
method. Founded 1967.
Keywords: Julia Brown Schools, Frederick , Teacher Assistant, Education / Teaching , Silver Spring, Maryland
