Montessori Assistant Teacher: Louisville, KY

The role

You will assist lead teachers in implementing Montessori-inspired programs for children. You will support cognitive, language, emotional, social, and physical development through child-initiated learning.

What you will do

• Support the lead teacher in preparing and delivering instructional activities
• Assist in presenting individual and small-group Montessori lessons
• Observe each child daily to assess skills, interests, and needs
• Encourage development of early literacy, math, and problem-solving skills
• Prepare and maintain a well-organized, safe, and attractive classroom environment
• Organize materials and clean the workspace
• Support children's increasing independence with daily living skills
• Assist teachers in maintaining records on each child's progress
• Develop positive relationships with each child
• Provide support for children with diverse learning needs

Required qualifications

• Four years of professional experience as an aide, assistant, or lead teacher of children from infancy through third grade OR
• Two years of professional experience as an aide, assistant, or lead teacher of children from infancy through third grade AND an associate's degree in a relevant field OR
• Bachelor's degree
• Primary Montessori teaching credential from a MACTE-accredited institution or on track to obtain one within two years of hire
• Ability to pass background checks, tuberculosis screenings, and trainings required by the state of Kentucky
• Ability to independently supervise, communicate effectively with, and care for young children safely
• Ability to lift a minimum of 40 lbs
• Access to reliable transportation to and from work

Nice to have

• Associates degree or higher in education or 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

Benefits

• 32 paid days of scheduled breaks
• 3 paid days of personal time off
• 9 paid days of sick (care) time
• 10 paid holidays
• Medical, dental, and 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

Before you apply

• Ability to pass background checks, tuberculosis screenings, and state-required trainings
• Must obtain a Primary Montessori teaching credential within two years of start date if not already held
• Employment is provisional until a Primary Montessori teaching credential is obtained

About the company

Bezos Academy provides high-quality, tuition-free, Montessori-inspired programs in a growing network of preschools in under-resourced communities.