Assistant Preschool Teacher (Float)

Bezos Academy; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 26,174 - 30,307; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) with match

Job summary

Bezos Academy in South Florida is hiring a full-time Assistant Teacher (Float) to support Montessori-inspired classrooms. You will float between groups, supervise meals, and assist with operations to ensure a nurturing, high-quality learning environment for children.

Requirements include 18+ with a high school diploma or GED, ability to pass background checks and TB screenings, and lifting up to 40 lbs. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, a 401(k) with 4%

Qualifications

• Must be 18+ with high school diploma or GED.
• Able to pass background checks and TB screenings.
• Able to lift up to 40 lbs and supervise young children safely.
• Reliable transportation and consistent attendance.
• Food Handler’s Permit or willingness to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a floating assistant teacher to support school needs daily.
• Independently supervise children in classrooms and during arrivals, departures, transitions, and activities.
• Maintain accurate child and family records.
• Complete Montessori basics training and credentialing/licensing requirements within seven days of hire.
• Support classroom operations: meal prep/cleanup, nap time transitions, and supervision as needed.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

As a full time Assistant Teacher (Float) at Bezos Academy (internally titled Assistant Teacher I), you share our passion for early childhood education and commitment to creating nurturing, high-quality learning environments for all children. While exact responsibilities will vary from school to school, you may assist in classrooms, serve and supervise mealtimes, and support the overall operations of the school. Drawing on your organizational skills, professionalism, and commitment to children, you will support high quality, tuition-free, Montessori-inspired programs that enable every child to thrive in our growing network of preschools in under-resourced communities.

LOCATION

We are actively hiring for Assistant Teachers (Float) to support our preschool in South Florida with an expected start date of August 2026.

SCHEDULES, BENEFITS, AND COMPENSATION

• School schedules vary depending on community needs but generally range from 8am-5:30pm, with teachers staggered across these hours with varying start and end times totaling no more than 8 hours per day. Your specific schedule will be determined with your school leader when considering all staff, classroom, and community needs.
• This is a full time (40 hours per week), non-exempt/hourly position.
• This role includes 32 days of scheduled breaks, 3 days of paid personal time off, 9 paid days of care (sick) time, 10 paid holidays, and additional time off if required by applicable law. Benefits for this role include medical, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, disability insurance, a 401(k) plan with a 4% employer contribution match, an employer-matched flexible spending account for dependent care, and more.
• The full compensation range for this position is $19-$22 per hour. The starting pay for all new employees is $19 per hour.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Age 18 with high school diploma or GED
• Ability to pass background checks, clear tuberculosis screenings, and (upon hire) successfully complete trainings required by the state of Florida to supervise children independently
• Ability to independently supervise, communicate effectively with, and care for young children safely, including ability to lift a minimum of 40 lbs
• Access to reliable transportation to and from work and ability to consistently attend work as scheduled to ensure proper staff-to-child classroom ratios and support smooth school operations
• Must have a valid Food Handler’s Permit or be willing to obtain one upon hire
• Ability to complete 20 hours of onboarding by your seventh day of employment

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Prior experience supporting or teaching children ages 3–5 in a Montessori or early childhood classroom setting
• Experience working effectively across lines of difference and fostering an inclusive, welcoming environment for all children and families
• Strong communication and organizational skills, with the ability to manage daily operational tasks such as classroom setup, safety checks, and basic clerical responsibilities
• Demonstrated reliability and flexibility in supporting school operations, including meal service, playground supervision, assisting with classroom coverage as needed, and lead after-school activities

RESPONSIBILITIES

*NOTE: The combination of responsibilities may vary based on the needs of the school site, students, and prior experiences of the Assistant Teacher

Instructional

• Serve as a floating assistant teacher, providing support wherever and however the school most needs it each day
• As needed, independently supervise children throughout the day in classrooms and a variety of other situations, including but not limited to arrival/departure, transitions, outside time, rest/nap time, and (if offered) extended hours
• Assist in maintaining accurate child and family records
• Complete Montessori basics training and credentialing/licensing requirements within seven days of hire

Operational

• Support Bezos Academy classrooms by following regulations and guidelines in the day-to-day operation of the classroom and school (e.g. cleaning/preparing materials, meal prep and cleanup, nap time transitions, laundry, bathroom supervision, etc.)
• Support school leadership and teachers to foster a nurturing, safe, and stimulating, non-competitive school environment
• Support children’s increasing independence with daily living skills (i.e., washing hands, using the bathroom, eating meals and snacks, cleaning up, etc.)
• Maintain licensing and credentialing requirements and complete required ongoing professional development trainings in a timely manner
• Attend staff meetings and family events as schedule allows
• Assume postures at low levels (e.g., kneeling, stooping, bending, and sitting on the floor) as needed to communicate effectively with children
• Provide support to nearby Bezos Academy schools, as needed, at the direction of your Head of School or District School Leader

Other

• Attend staff meetings and family events as schedule allows