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Substitute Teacher Assistant

2/17/2026

The Substitute Teacher Assistant will work closely with Lead Teachers to support children in exploring, growing, and building independence within a Montessori environment. Key duties include ensuring a safe and engaging learning space, collaborating on lesson plans, maintaining records, and encouraging positive student development.

Working Hours

40 hours/week

Company Size

501-1,000 employees

Language

English

Visa Sponsorship

No

About The Company
With over 50 years of setting high standards in early childhood education and 25,000 graduates from preschool to elementary. Our modern Montessori approach offers enrichment beyond the traditional educational experience. We continue to evolve as the world evolves. Apple Montessori Schools is not just school—it’s a place where children develop their best self in preparation for their best life.
About the Role

Description


Teacher Assistant Substitute

Location: Mahwah, NJ

Hours: Monday to Friday, Substitute


As a Teacher Assistant at Apple Montessori Schools, you’ll have the opportunity to turn your passion for working with children into a meaningful career in Early Childhood Education. You will work closely with Lead Teachers to support children as they explore, grow, and build independence in a nurturing Montessori environment. Our Teacher Assistants provide warmth, encouragement, and guidance as children try new experiences, form friendships, and develop confidence and curiosity.


As a member of our teaching team, some of your responsibilities will include:

  • Ensure a safe, clean, and engaging learning environment for all students
  • Collaborate with the Lead Teacher to support and implement lesson plans
  • Maintain accurate student records and assist with family communication
  • Encourage positive self-image while supporting individuality, independence, and creativity
  • Model appropriate social behavior and actively engage with students
  • Participate in staff meetings, professional development, trainings, and mentorship programs

What Apple Montessori Schools can offer you:

  • A values-driven workplace centered on Integrity, Passion, Caring, and Pursuit of Excellence
  • Dental and vision benefit options for eligible employees
  • Individual Coverage Health Reimbursement Arrangement (ICHRA)
    • Allows eligible employees to receive employer-funded reimbursements for individual Marketplace health insurance premiums
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Professional Development
  • Life Insurance
  • Pet Insurance through Wishbone
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) to support work-life balance (for eligible employees)
  • 65% Childcare Discount
  • Discount on personal Verizon Wireless accounts


As an IACET Accredited Provider, Apple Montessori Schools offers IACET CEUs for its learning events that comply with the ANSI/IACET Continuing Education and Training Standard."

  • "(Apple Montessori Schools) is accredited by the International Accreditors for Continuing Education and Training (IACET) and offers IACET CEUs for its learning events that comply with the ANSI/IACET Continuing Education and Training Standard. IACET is recognized internationally as a standard development organization and accrediting body that promotes quality of continuing education and training."

Requirements

  • High School Diploma or GED
  • CPR / First Aid Certification or willingness to obtain upon hire
  • A genuine love of children.
  • Physically able to kneel, bend, squat, lift, push, pull, and carry children
  • An understanding of health and safety guidelines.
  • Capacity to multi-task and function in an ever-changing environment.
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
Key Skills
Working With ChildrenLesson Plan SupportRecord KeepingFamily CommunicationPositive Self-Image SupportIndividuality SupportCreativity SupportSocial Behavior ModelingStudent EngagementStaff Meetings ParticipationProfessional DevelopmentTrainingMentorshipHealth And Safety GuidelinesMulti-taskingCommunication
Categories
EducationSocial ServicesAdministrative
Benefits
DentalVisionHealth Reimbursement Arrangement (ICHRA)Employee Assistance Program (EAP)Professional DevelopmentLife InsurancePet InsurancePaid Time Off (PTO)Childcare DiscountVerizon Wireless Discount
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