<p>Come work with an amazing team of educators at the oldest Montessori elementary school in Cincinnati. We are a vibrant and supportive community that nurtures the whole child … and the whole adult! We've been named a top workplace for seven years running. Job Title: Preprimary Child Care Director Department: Support Staff Job Status: Full- time Proposed Hours: 11:15 am-6:00 pm, Monday through Friday, End of August - End of May Compensation: Salary is commensurate with experience, education and credentials, according to the school's established hourly rate schedule for childcare workers. Purpose: The purpose of the Child Care Director is to provide daily care for children after their academic day. Qualifications and Requirements Education Level: Bachelor's Degree. License: Ohio PK-3rd Grade License Experience Desired: Experience caring for 3 and 4 year old children in a group setting. Knowledge of or willingness to learn Montessori methodology is preferred. Essential Functions/Skills:</p> <ul> <li>Possess knowledge of Early Childhood New Learning Standards. </li><li>Provide activities and words that support the Montessori method and philosophy. </li><li>Observe and monitor students to guide the program. </li><li>Work with teachers and administration to develop a quality program. </li><li>Oversee and manage child care workers in the pre primary division. </li><li>Establish a professional and supportive relationship with all students, parents, colleagues and administration. </li><li>Demonstrate ability to instruct students and manage their behavior. </li><li>Meet attendance requirements. </li><li>Participate in ongoing professional growth and serve on committees or groups as requested. </li><li>Willingness to take classes in communicable disease recognition, child abuse recognition, basic first aid, and Safeparish training as required. </li><li>Willingness to interact with children by reading stories, preparing games, creating arts and crafts, monitoring and suggesting playground games, and providing safety at all times. </li><li>Assist in maintaining playground environment Please submit a resume, cover letter, statement of educational philosophy, and three professional references to Kristin Weiss: kweiss@mercymontessori.org Find out more about our school at www.mercymontessori.org </li></ul>