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What is the best part of working at the company?
The family environment that is developed with co-workers and the care and time that is invested and given to the employees needs and well being was the best part of working here. I felt very cared for and respected. I felt I was able to present  my absolute  best version of myself and my abilities because of the support that this Montessori school admin. Team gave during my time on the job.  I was always offered growth within my position at the school.  We had  different presenters and approaches that  were  brought in to help with on the job stress, mind body wellness and team building.  

What is the most stressful part about working at the company?
Sometimes several toddlers would have meltdowns at the same time, this would usually happen during a transition time in our day during our routine.  However, we built such great relationships with the students and coworkers that we knew which one of us could handle the given student and the meltdown they were having. We were also trained how best to let the child work through the challenge and the best ways to be supportive during meltdowns. It always brought a great sense of pride for the child to figure things out and it built a bond with us as well as huge respect for the support we were able to offer. 

What is the work environment and culture like at the company?
The company embodied what true support, love and family is. Iv never worked for a company who created such peace, calmness, health and genuine care for its employees.  There always seemed to be not only teaching moments for the students but also learning moments for us as staff.  Anytime something overwhelmed our classroom,..we would have other staff members joining in and helping us and we were given breaks anytime we felt the need to step away. The grounds at the school created such a relaxing  and nurturing environment, it created such a peaceful mood. Classrooms were designed around true Montessori was of  teaching.  

What is a typical day like for you at the company?
Flowing and motivated. We held to our routine and always knew what our next daily event was.  The only thing that changed was which staff member was presenting the lesson and this created consistency within a changing environment.

What is the best part of working at the company?
Nothing they take advantage of those teachers who are liable and if your sick they they won’t let you off they don’t care about you and it’s so very stressful there they don’t kick out any students who have behavioral problems and you have 2-5 years old in pre-K together in each classroom so you have non potty trained kids you have to assist in Pre-K not good at all would not ever work there again 

What is the most stressful part about working at the company?
Everything is stressful up to 24 students in each classroom and you always have those horrible behavior ones who don’t listen and hurt others but still they keep them they just want the money it’s all about the money there

What is the work environment and culture like at the company?
Very stressful and you can’t teach them there alphabets only the sounds that’s crazy 

What is a typical day like for you at the company?
To many kids not enough help not enough bathroom breaks and you’re watched constantly

Typical day, I walk in, clock in and get to work but it felt more like a second home. 
I learned patience, more communication and understanding. 
Management was direct and would try to help if needed. 
The culture runs deep with teaching children creative and skill set ways to learn and express themselves. 
The hardest part of the job is trying to let go of control. In this setting you just have to let be and don't take things so seriously. Just enough so you don't get overwhelmed. Kids can be alot but if we just change our reactions and actions. It will go a bit smoother. 
The most enjoyable part of this job is connecting with the kids, seeing them hit their little goals and learning in big ways.  They are definitely the best. 

What is the best part of working at the company?
Clocking out, this is not a school where the children’s well being are truly prioritized. It was heaven to clock out everyday.

What is the most stressful part about working at the company?
Lack of communication, false information and structure to appease parents/ glamorize the appearance of the school/curriculum. Meanwhile students are struggling and running rampant.

What is the work environment and culture like at the company?
Isolating and exclusive. Like being in high school.

What is a typical day like for you at the company?
Negotiating and arguing with students about expectations (huge problem with routine even though routine is the same daily)

I worked in both location for two years there is 
no clear direction ,
 the administration take advantage of you and force you to do job outside your skill or responsibility 
too much pressure from the director to please the parent and save them money 
lack of proper treatment or raise even when t was legally required. 
I got paid little and was expected a lot and no overtime for the times you are required to stay and work or take work home.
no job security
I worked here and Ive seen many had worked and come through here and left! There was a reason.
JUST STOP! 
the teachers are underpaid and over stressed and sometimes treat the kids badly, and the boss just cares about saving face not solving the actual problem.

A typical day at work will be the morning circle, then work period for 2 hours, recess, lunch, and cultural time. I've learn the montessori philosophy and also to communicate and build friendly relationships with the children and parents. The management is okay, I just wish the salary was better. I enjoy working with my co-workers. We work really well as a team.The hardest part of this job is showing such strong work ethic, being the the responsible and dependable one, but feel like I am being treated unfairly. The most enjoyable part of my job is spending time with the children, especially being told I am their favorite teacher. It melts my heart that these children look up to me.

What is the best part of working at the company?
Staff and parent appreciation for what we do daily.  

What is the most stressful part about working at the company?
The weekly call outs from some staff members.  I also can do without carline.  Staff should not be responsible for something that is a parent responsibility to ensure there child is in school.  To see most parents in their pajamas and have to go back to my students drained from lifting, guiding, and carrying students and their belongings is not a great feeling.  

What is the work environment and culture like at the company?
Excellent, I love working here

What is a typical day like for you at the company?
Smooth most days.  Can do without carline

The understanding for a work life balance depended upon which management person you were dealing with. The relationship between fellow employees was for the most part a very friendly environment. I was only there for a short period of time due to personal life event, but I enjoyed the majority of my time there. Wish life would have played out differently because I probably would still be there if it was up to me. 

The Montessori pedagogy is generally effective but this past school year was plagued by bad leadership. Thank goodness the interim head of school stepped down, but not before firing/ alienating most of the staff, some of whom had been there for over a decade. They did not have a system in place to protect and nourish the teachers, who should be paid much more, so it has suffered. The parents are generally good (although entitled) and the students benefit from small classes where they learn independent skills. If the teachers join a union, that would give them more leverage.

theres never enough people to work, never enough subs, they wont hire more people or increase the pay to keep the childcare workers there. Oh but youre always hearing about administration and reception getting raises. One receptionist makes ~$18 an hour while the childcare workers are making $12-$13. I feel like the average period of time someone works there before getting exhausted from the poor management is ~6 months

Top Job Titles	Average Salary
Preschool teacher 3 salaries reported	$12.83 per hour
Director 3 salaries reported	$47,500 per year
Assistant teacher 3 salaries reported	$13.00 per hour
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