Assistant Teacher; Float): Seattle-Tacoma, WA

Assistant Teacher (Float):
Seattle‑Tacoma, WA

Seattle, Washington, United States

As a part‑time Assistant Teacher (Float) at Bezos Academy, 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, tuition‑free, Montessori‑inspired programs that enable every child to thrive in our growing network of preschools in under‑resourced communities.

This role is expected to last through June 26, 2026.

SCHEDULES, BENEFITS, AND COMPENSATION

• School schedules vary depending on community needs but generally range from 8 am‑5:30 pm, with teachers staggered across these hours with varying start and end times totaling no more than 8 hours per day. Your specific schedule will be determined with your school leader when considering all staff, classroom, and community needs.
• This is a full time (40 hours per week), non‑exempt/hourly position.
• This is a limited‑term position anticipated through June 26, 2026.
• The full compensation range for this position is $26‑$29 per hour.
  The starting pay for all new employees is $26 per hour.
• This role includes up to 1‑2 days of scheduled breaks, 3 days of paid personal time off, sick (care) time accrued based on hours worked, 10 paid holidays, and additional time off if required by applicable law. Benefits for this role 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.

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 Washington 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

• Prior experience running or supporting after school or extended day programming
• 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

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).

• 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

• 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…