Assistant Teacher (Float) (Part-time): Louisville, KY

Bezos Academy; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 24,796 - 27,552; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid sick time

401(k) plan with employer contribution

Job summary

Bezos Academy in Louisville, Kentucky, is hiring a part-time Assistant Teacher (Float) to contribute to nurturing early childhood education environments. Responsibilities include supervising children, assisting in classrooms, and supporting overall school operations. Candidates must be at least 18 years old with a high school diploma or GED. The role requires strong communication and organizational skills, reliability, and experience in early education is preferred. Competitive hourly rates range from $18 to $20, with benefits including a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• Minimum age 18 with a high school diploma or GED.
• Ability to pass background checks and clear tuberculosis screenings.
• Ability to independently supervise and care for young children safely.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a floating assistant teacher, providing support as needed.
• Independently supervise children throughout the day.
• Assist in maintaining accurate child and family records.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Child supervision

Reliability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Food Handler’s Permit

Job description

Assistant Teacher (Float) (Part-time): Louisville, KY

As a part-time Assistant Teacher (Float) at Bezos Academy, 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 Assistant Teachers (Float) to support our preschools in Louisville, Kentucky with an expected start date of August 2026.

POSITION DETAILS

• Part‑time, non‑exempt/hourly position requiring a minimum of 25 hours per week, with occasional opportunities to work additional hours based on school needs.
• Work a five‑hour shift, Monday through Friday, totaling 25 hours per week. Specific school schedules are determined by school leaders when considering all staff, classroom, and community needs. Please indicate which shift(s) you are interested in on your application.
• Four potential locations with corresponding shift options:
  • Okolona – 25 hours per week (9:00 am‑2:00 pm or 11:00 am‑4:00 pm)
  • Russell – 25 hours per week (9:00 am‑2:00 pm or 11:00 am‑4:00 pm)
  • Riverport – 25 hours per week (9:00 am‑2:00 pm or 11:00 am‑4:00 pm)
• Full compensation range: $18‑$20 per hour. The starting pay for all new employees is $18 per hour.
• Benefits include paid sick (care) time, accrued based on hours worked, and a 401(k) plan with a 4% employer contribution match.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum age 18 with a high school diploma or GED.
• Ability to pass background checks, clear tuberculosis screenings, and, upon hire, successfully complete trainings required by the state of Kentucky 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 the 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 leading after‑school activities.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Serve as a floating assistant teacher, providing support wherever and however the school most needs it each day.
• 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.
• Support 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.

EEO STATEMENT

Bezos Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

DISABILITY ACCOMMODATIONS

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need an accommodation to participate in the application process, please reach out to [e-mail]. We will work with you to ensure you have a fair opportunity to apply for our open positions.

E‑VERIFY

Bezos Academy participates in E‑Verify and will provide the federal government with employee Form I‑9 information to confirm authorization to work in the U.S. The company will use E‑Verify once a candidate has accepted a job offer and completed the Form I‑9. If E‑Verify cannot confirm that an employee is authorized to work, Bezos Academy will provide written instructions and an opportunity to contact the DHS or SSA to resolve the issue before any adverse employment action is taken.