Floating Montessori Assistant Teacher (PT) – 25 hrs/wk

Bezos Academy; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 40,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with 4% match

Paid sick time

Part-time schedule

Job summary

Bezos Academy in Tacoma, WA seeks a part-time Assistant Teacher (Float) to join our Montessori-inspired preschool network. You will support classrooms, supervise meals, and help with daily operations across schools, while earning $26–$29 per hour and working 25 hours weekly.

This role offers paid sick time and a 401(k) with a 4% employer match; shifts run Monday through Friday, with Tacoma Hilltop schedules 10:00am-3:00pm or 10:30am-3:30pm.

Qualifications

• Age 18 with high school diploma or GED
• Background checks and tuberculosis screenings and Washington trainings required to supervise children
• Ability to supervise and care for young children safely, including lifting up to 40 lbs
• Access to reliable transportation and consistent attendance
• Must have a valid Food Handler’s Permit or be willing to obtain one
• Complete 20 hours onboarding by your seventh day of employment

Responsibilities

• Serve as a floating assistant teacher, providing support wherever the school needs it
• Independently supervise children and manage daily activities including arrivals, transitions, and outdoor time
• Maintain accurate child and family records
• Complete Montessori basics training and credentialing/licensing within seven days of hire

Skills

Supervise children

Flexible schedule

Reliable transportation

Team player

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Bezos Academy in Tacoma, WA seeks a part-time Assistant Teacher (Float) to join our Montessori-inspired preschool network. You will support classrooms, supervise meals, and help with daily operations across schools, while earning $26–$29 per hour and working 25 hours weekly.

This role offers paid sick time and a 401(k) with a 4% employer match; shifts run Monday through Friday, with Tacoma Hilltop schedules 10:00am-3:00pm or 10:30am-3:30pm.