Assistant Teacher; Float): Dallas, TX

As a full 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 high quality Montessori‑inspired programs that enable every child to thrive in our growing network of preschools in under‑resourced communities.

While this role will be primarily based at our North Dallas school, it may be deployable to provide support to our other Dallas and Denton locations for up to 3 days per week, as directed by the school or district leader.

• School schedules vary depending on community needs but generally range from 8:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m., with teachers staggered across these hours with varying start and end times totaling no more than 8 hours per day.
• This is a full time (40 hours per week), non‑exempt hourly position.
• This role includes 32 days of scheduled breaks, 3 days of paid personal time off, 9 paid days of care (sick) time, 10 paid holidays, and additional time off if required by applicable law. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, disability insurance, a 401(k) plan with a 4% employer contribution match, an employer‑matched flexible spending account for dependent care, and more.
• The full compensation range for this position is $23–$26 per hour. The starting pay for all new employees is $23 per hour.

• Age 18 with high school diploma or GED.
• Ability to pass background checks, clear tuberculosis screenings, and (upon hire) successfully complete trainings required by the state of Texas to supervise children independently.
• Ability to independently supervise, communicate effectively with, and care for young children safely, including lifting a minimum of 40 lbs.
• Access to reliable transportation to and from work and ability to consistently attend work as scheduled.
• 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.

• 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.

Note:

The combination of responsibilities may vary based on the needs of the school site, students, and prior experiences of the Assistant Teacher.

• 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 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 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).
• 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 (washing hands, using the bathroom,…