As an Assistant Teacher for Bezos Academy, you share our passion for early childhood education and the Montessori method, drawing your energy from working in a child-initiated learning process. Your responsibilities will include assisting lead teachers in developing and implementing a program that promotes the cognitive, language, emotional, social, and physical development of each child. Drawing on your previous experience working with young children, you will support lead classroom teachers in high-quality, tuition-free, Montessori-inspired programs in our growing network of preschools in underserved communities.
SCHEDULE, BENEFITS, LOCATIONS, AND COMPENSATION
This is a full-time (40 hours per week), non-exempt and hourly position, eligible for full benefits (paid time-off, health/dental/vision coverage, etc.) and may earn $17-25 per hour (~$35,000-52,000 per year) depending on qualifications and experience.
Our current preschools operating in multiple locations in Washington state. Please indicate on your application which locations you are willing to work in so we can match you with the appropriate interview team.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Work cohesively with the lead teacher's plans to prepare and deliver instructional activities that facilitate active Montessori learning experiences
Assist in guiding every child through self-directed activities, allowing them to develop at his or her own pace
Along with lead teachers, foster a nurturing, safe, and stimulating, non-competitive environment
Assist teachers in maintaining records on each child’s progress and development
Responsible for assisting teachers with the full implementation of Bezos Academy’s performance standards, policies and procedures, regulations and guidelines in the day-to-day operation of the classroom
Maintain a well-organized, safe and attractive classroom environment conducive to the optimal growth and development of children
Develop a positive relationship with each child and promote the development of self-esteem and self-discipline
Participate in team meetings, center activities, and staff development
Organize materials and clean the workspace to facilitating the learning process for each child
Observe each child daily to assess skills, interests, and needs and use this information to facilitate learning and growth
Establish a positive relationship with each child’s family and share information about the child’s day at the preschool
Assist lead teachers in conducting staff/family conferences
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Experience working with children ages 3-5
Washington Early Childhood Education Initial Certificate or equivalent (Child Development Associate or 12 aligned credit hours) OR willingness to acquire this certification immediately upon hire
Ability to meet Washington state requirements for teacher assistants prior to start date, including passing background checks and requisite trainings
Age 18 with high school diploma or GED
Experience working across lines of difference and strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusiveness
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Two or more years of experience as an assistant teacher or aid in a preschool
Associate’s degree in Early Childhood Education or two years of post-secondary coursework in Early Childhood Education that meet Washington State Core Competencies for Early Care and Educational Professionals