Montessori Assistant Teacher: Glendale, AZ

Bezos Academy•Glendale, AZ

6d•$19 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

Bezos Academy is hiring a full-time Montessori Assistant Teacher (internally titled Assistant Teacher II) at its Sahuaro Glenn preschool in Glendale, Arizona. The role supports lead teachers in developing and implementing a program that promotes each child’s cognitive, language, emotional, social, and physical development. The school network offers Montessori-inspired preschool at no cost to families in under-resourced communities. School schedules generally range from 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., with staggered start and end times totaling no more than eight hours per day. The specific schedule is determined with the school leader based on staffing, classroom, and community needs. This is a 40-hour-per-week, benefits-eligible, non-exempt hourly position. Compensation is $19–$27 per hour (approximately $39,000–$56,000 annually); starting compensation is estimated at $22–$25 per hour and varies with experience and qualifications. The role requires a Primary Montessori teaching credential from a MACTE-accredited institution. Employees hired without the credential are provisional and must obtain it within two years of their start date to remain in the role. They may pursue the Bezos Academy Montessori Credential Program at no cost or another MACTE-accredited program at their own expense. Participation in the Academy program is voluntary and unpaid, except that time overlapping regular working hours is paid; eligible scheduled breaks remain paid when program participation overlaps them. The position includes paid scheduled breaks, personal time off, sick care time, and holidays, as well as medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, a 401(k) plan with a 4% employer contribution match, paid parental leave, and an employer-matched dependent-care flexible spending account. The combination of duties may vary by school site, students, and the assistant teacher’s experience; some assistant teachers support an entire school rather than one classroom.

Requirements

Meet one of the following: four years of professional experience as an aide, assistant, or lead teacher serving children from infancy through third grade; two years of such experience plus an associate’s degree in a relevant field; or a bachelor’s degree.
Hold a Primary Montessori teaching credential from a MACTE-accredited institution or be on track to obtain one within two years of hire; the credential is required to remain in the role.
Pass background checks, tuberculosis screenings, and Arizona-required trainings to supervise children independently.
Ability to independently supervise, communicate effectively with, and safely care for young children.
Ability to lift a minimum of 40 pounds.
Reliable transportation to and from work and consistent attendance as scheduled to support required staff-to-child classroom ratios and school operations.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree or higher in education or a related field.
Experience teaching in a Montessori preschool.
Professional experience working with young children with special needs.
Experience working with children and families in low-income areas.

Responsibilities

Support lead teachers in preparing and delivering instructional activities that facilitate active Montessori learning.
Assist with individual and small-group Montessori lessons, adapting activities to children’s developmental stages and interests.
Observe children daily to assess their skills, interests, and needs, and use observations to support learning and growth.
Encourage early literacy, math, problem-solving, and kindergarten readiness through hands-on purposeful work.
Prepare and maintain a safe, organized, and attractive classroom environment; organize materials and clean workspaces.
Support children’s independence with daily living skills, including handwashing, bathroom use, meals and snacks, and cleanup.
Assist teachers in maintaining records of children’s progress and development.
Build positive relationships with children and promote self-esteem and self-discipline.
Support children with diverse learning needs, including occasional or short-term small-group support for participation, emotional regulation, or routines.
Partner with lead teachers to implement student support or behavior plans as needed.
Help implement Bezos Academy performance standards, policies, and procedures, and follow regulations and guidelines for classroom operations, including cleaning materials, meal preparation, and nap transitions.
Maintain eligibility and professional growth by obtaining a MACTE-accredited Primary Montessori teaching credential within two years if not already credentialed.
Independently supervise children as needed throughout the day, including during arrival and departure, transitions, outside time, rest or nap time, and extended hours if offered.
Participate in team meetings, center activities, and staff development.
Assist lead teachers in conducting staff and family conferences.
Build positive relationships with families and share information about each child’s preschool day.
Use low postures, such as kneeling, stooping, bending, and sitting on the floor, as needed to communicate effectively with children.

Benefits

32 paid days of scheduled breaks.
3 paid days of personal time off.
9 paid days of sick (care) time.
10 paid holidays, plus additional time off if required by applicable law.
Medical insurance.
Dental insurance.
Vision insurance.
Life insurance.
Disability insurance.
401(k) plan with a 4% employer contribution match.
Paid parental leave.
Employer-matched flexible spending account for dependent care.
Montessori Primary teacher coursework through Bezos Academy at no cost to eligible employees without the required credential.