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

Bezos Academy•Glendale, AZ

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Bezos Academy is hiring a part-time Assistant Teacher (internally titled Assistant Teacher I) to support its preschool in Glendale, Arizona. The role supports tuition-free, Montessori-inspired early childhood programs in under-resourced communities. Responsibilities vary according to each school’s needs and may include classroom assistance, mealtime service and supervision, and general school operations. The position is hourly and non-exempt, requires at least 20 hours per week, and follows a four-shift schedule Monday through Friday. The expected schedule is currently 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., though school leaders determine specific schedules based on staff, classroom, and community needs. Additional hours may occasionally be available based on school needs. The compensation range is $19–$22 per hour, with new employees starting at $19 per hour.

Requirements

Be at least 18 years old and have a high school diploma or GED.
Have at least six months of prior work experience in childcare, education, or a related setting.
Be able to pass background checks and clear tuberculosis screenings.
Upon hire, successfully complete Arizona-required training to supervise children independently.
Be able to independently supervise, communicate effectively with, and safely care for young children.
Be able to lift at least 40 pounds.
Have reliable transportation to and from work and be able to consistently attend work as scheduled.
Have a valid Food Handler’s Permit or be willing to obtain one upon hire.
Complete 20 hours of onboarding by the seventh day of employment.

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated reliability and flexibility in supporting school operations, including meal service, playground supervision, classroom coverage, and leading 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 children and families.
Strong communication and organizational skills, including the ability to handle classroom setup, safety checks, and basic clerical responsibilities.

Responsibilities

Provide floating assistant-teacher support wherever and however the school needs it each day.
Independently supervise children as needed in classrooms and during arrival and departure, transitions, outdoor time, rest or nap time, and extended hours if offered.
Maintain accurate child and family records.
Complete Montessori basics training and credentialing or licensing requirements within seven days of hire.
Follow regulations and guidelines in the day-to-day operation of the classroom and school, including cleaning and preparing materials, meal preparation and cleanup, nap-time transitions, laundry, and bathroom supervision.
Support school leadership and teachers in fostering a nurturing, safe, stimulating, and non-competitive school environment.
Support children’s growing independence with daily living skills, including handwashing, bathroom use, eating, and cleanup.
Maintain licensing and credentialing requirements and complete ongoing professional development training on time.
Attend staff meetings and family events as scheduling allows.
Assume low-level postures, such as 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 the Head of School or District School Leader.