Bezos Academy · 1 month ago
Assistant Teacher: West Palm Beach, FL (limited term through June 2026)
West Palm Beach, Florida, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$19/hr - $27/hr
2+ years expBezos Academy is dedicated to providing high-quality, tuition-free, Montessori-inspired education to children in under-resourced communities. As an Assistant Teacher, you will support lead teachers in fostering a nurturing and stimulating learning environment while implementing educational programs that promote holistic child development.
ChildrenEducationNon Profit
Responsibilities
Work cohesively with the lead teacher’s plans to prepare and deliver instructional activities that facilitate active Montessori learning experiences
Support lead teacher with planning Montessori learning activities
Depending on experience and instructional readiness, give individual Montessori lessons to students in coordination with the lead teacher
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
Observe each child daily to assess skills, interests, and needs and use this information to facilitate learning and growth
Assist teachers with the full implementation of Bezos Academy’s performance standards, policies, and procedures
Support Bezos Academy classrooms by following regulations and guidelines in the day-to-day operation of the classroom (i.e., cleaning materials, meal prep, nap time transitions, etc.)
Prepare and maintain a well-organized, safe, and attractive classroom environment conducive to the optimal growth and development of children
Organize materials and clean the workspace to facilitate the learning process for each child
Support children’s increasing independence with daily living skills (i.e., washing hands, using the bathroom, eating meals and snacks, cleaning up, etc.)
Develop a positive relationship with each child and promote the development of self-esteem and self-discipline
Provide 1:1 support for children who are experiencing big feelings
Provide 1:1 support for children who are at risk for developmental delays
Participate in team meetings, center activities, and staff development
Assist lead teachers in conducting staff/family conferences
Establish a positive relationship with each child’s family and share information about the child’s day at the preschool
Assume postures at low levels (e.g. kneeling, stooping, bending, and sitting on the floor) as needed to communicate effectively with children
Qualification
Required
Experience working with children ages 3-5
Ability to pass background checks and complete all trainings required by the Florida Department of Children and Families upon hire
Age 18 with high school diploma or GED
Experience working across lines of difference and strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusiveness
Ability to independently supervise, communicate effectively with, and care for young children safely, including ability to lift a minimum of 40 lbs
Ability to consistently attend work as scheduled to ensure proper staff-to-child classroom ratios
Access to reliable transportation to and from work to ensure timely, effective instruction and to ensure proper staff-to-child classroom ratios
Preferred
Two or more years of experience as an assistant teacher or aide in a preschool
Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education or two years of post-secondary coursework in Early Childhood Education
Experience with Montessori pedagogy
Experience with children with special needs
Benefits
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
$2,000 sign-on bonus ($1,000 on first paycheck and $1,000 after 90 days)
Company
Bezos Academy
Bezos Academy is a non-profit organization that offers Montessori-styled preschools to provide access to quality education to all children.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Jamie Hammell-James
Chief People Officer
Recent News
2025-10-17
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