Assistant Teacher (Float) (Part-time): Mesa, AZ

Bezos Academy; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid sick time

401(k) with 4% employer match

Job summary

Bezos Academy is seeking a part-time Assistant Teacher (Float) to support multiple Montessori-inspired preschool classrooms in the Mesa area. The role involves assisting in classrooms, supervising meals, and contributing to school operations for a multi-state network, with a focus on under-resourced communities.

The position provides a 20-hour weekly schedule, typically 11:00am–3:00pm, at a starting rate of $19 per hour, with compensation ranging up to $22 per hour plus benefits.

Qualifications

• Age 18+ with high school diploma or GED.
• Six or more months of childcare/education experience.
• Pass background checks and TB screenings and trainings as required.
• Lift minimum 40 lbs and attend onboarding within seven days.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a floating assistant teacher in classrooms as needed.
• Supervise children throughout the day in various settings.
• Maintain accurate child and family records.
• Complete Montessori basics training and credentialing within seven days.

Skills

Childcare experience

Montessori-inspired

Strong communication

Reliability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Montessori basics training

Job description

Assistant Teacher (Float) (Part-time): Mesa, AZ

As a part-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 amulti-state network of schoolsin under-resourced communities,offering quality Montessori-inspiredpreschool at no cost to families.

• This is a part-time, non-exempt/hourly position requiring a minimum of20hours per week, with occasional opportunities to workadditionalhours based on school needs.
• You will work a four -hourshift, Monday through Friday, totaling 20 hours per week.Specific school schedules are determined byschool leaderswhen considering all staff, classroom, and community needs, but are currently expected to be 11:00am-3:00pm.
• The full compensation range for this position is $19-$22 per hour. The starting pay for all new employees is $19 per hour.
• Benefitsinclude paid sick (care) time,accruedbased on hours worked, and a 401(k) plan with a 4% employer contribution match.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Age 18 with high school diploma or GED
• Six or more months of prior work experience in childcare, education, or a related setting
• Ability to pass background checks, clear tuberculosis screenings, and (upon hire) successfully complete trainings required by the state of Arizona 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

• Demonstrated reliability and flexibility in supporting school operations, including meal service, playground supervision,assistingwith classroom coverage as needed, and lead after-school activities
• 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

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

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

Other

• Attend staff meetings and family events as schedule allows
• Provide support to nearby Bezos Academy schools, as needed, at the direction of your Head of School or District School Leader

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.

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. Bezos Academy only uses 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 give the employee written instructions and an opportunity to contact the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so the employee can begin to resolve the issue before any adverse employment action is taken. For more information about your right to work, please see the Notice of Right to Work.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you are in need of 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.