Assistant Teacher (Float): Dallas, TX

The role

You will support classrooms at a Montessori-inspired preschool, helping children in the classroom and assisting with daily school operations. You will float to wherever the school needs support each day.

What you will do

• Serve as a floating assistant teacher, supporting wherever the school most needs it each day
• Supervise children in classrooms and other settings, including arrival, departure, transitions, outside time and rest time
• Assist in maintaining accurate child and family records
• Complete Montessori basics training and credentialing requirements within seven days of hire
• Help with classroom setup, cleaning, meal prep and cleanup, laundry and bathroom supervision
• Support children in learning daily living skills such as washing hands and cleaning up
• Maintain licensing requirements and complete ongoing professional development trainings
• Attend staff meetings and family events as your schedule allows
• Provide support to nearby schools when directed by your Head of School or District School Leader
• Get down to child level by kneeling, stooping or sitting on the floor as needed

Required qualifications

• Age 18 with high school diploma or GED
• Pass background checks and clear a tuberculosis screening
• Complete trainings required by the state of Texas to supervise children independently, after hire
• Ability to supervise and care for young children safely
• Ability to lift at least 40 lbs
• Reliable transportation and ability to attend work as scheduled
• Valid Food Handler's Permit, or willingness to obtain one upon hire
• Complete 20 hours of onboarding by your seventh day of employment

Nice to have

• Prior experience supporting or teaching children ages 3-5 in a Montessori or early childhood classroom
• Experience working across lines of difference and fostering an inclusive environment for children and families
• Strong communication and organizational skills, including daily operational and basic clerical tasks
• Reliability and flexibility in school operations, including meal service, playground supervision and classroom coverage

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Life insurance and disability insurance
• 401(k) plan with a 4% employer contribution match
• Employer-matched flexible spending account for dependent care
• 32 days of scheduled breaks
• 3 days of paid personal time off
• 9 paid days of care (sick) time
• 10 paid holidays
• Additional time off if required by applicable law

Before you apply

• Must pass background checks and clear a tuberculosis screening
• Must complete state-required trainings after hire to supervise children independently
• Bezos Academy uses E-Verify after a job offer is accepted and Form I-9 is completed

About the company

Bezos Academy runs a growing network of Montessori-inspired preschools in under-resourced communities. The school focuses on high-quality early childhood education that helps every child thrive.