Assistant Teacher (Float) Lacey, WA (Part-Time)

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.

LOCATION

We are actively hiring for an Assistant Teacher (Float) to support our preschool in Lacey Southeast (1800 Seven Oaks St. SE Lacey WA 98503).

This role is expected to last through June 26 2026.

SCHEDULES BENEFITS AND COMPENSATION

• This is a part-time non-exempt/hourly position requiring a minimum of 20 hours per week with occasional opportunities to work additional hours based on school needs.
• You will work a four-hour shift Monday through Friday totaling 20 hours per week. Specific school schedules are determined by school leaders when considering all staff classroom and community needs and are currently set at 11:00am 3:00pm.
• The full compensation range for this position is $26-$29 per hour. The starting pay for all new employees is $26 per hour.
• Benefits include paid sick (care) time accrued based on hours worked and a 401(k) plan with a 4% employer contribution match.

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 Handlers Permit or be willing to obtain one upon hire
• Ability to complete 20 hours of onboarding by yourseventh day of employment

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Prior experience running or supporting after school or extended day programming
• Prior experience supporting or teaching children ages 35 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).

Instructional

• 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

Operational

• 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 foster a nurturing safe and stimulating non-competitive school environment
• Support childrens increasing independence with daily living skills (i.e. washing hands using the bathroom eating meals and snacks cleaning up etc.)
• Maintain licensing and credentialing requirements and complete required ongoing professional development trainings in a timely manner
• Attend staff meetings and family events as schedule allows
• Assume postures at low levels (e.g. kneeling stooping bending and sitting on the floor) as needed to communicate effectively with children
• Provide support to nearby Bezos Academy schools as needed at the direction of your Head of School or District School Leader

Other

• Attend staff meetings and family events as schedule allows

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Bezos Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex pregnancy sexual orientation gender identity national origin age protected veteran status or disability status.

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If you are a current Bezos Academy employee please use the internal job board to apply.