Assistant Teacher (Float) (Part-time): Mesa, AZ

About this role

As a part-time Assistant Teacher (Float) at Bezos Academy (internally titled Assistant Teacher I), 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 part-time Assistant Teachers (Float) to support our preschool in Mesa - Meadowvale (2433 E Adobe Street, Building 100, Mesa, AZ 85213).

We expect a start date in August 2026 to align with the start of the new school year.

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, but is currently expected to be 10:00am-2:00pm.

• The full compensation range for this position is $19-$22 per hour. The starting pay for all new employees is $19 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 Arizona 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 Handler’s Permit or be willing to obtain one upon hire

• Ability to complete 20 hours of onboarding by your seventh day of employment

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Demonstrated reliability and flexibility in supporting school operations, including meal service, playground supervision, assisting with classroom coverage as needed, and lead after-school activities

• Prior experience supporting or teaching children ages 3–5 in a Montessori or early childhood classroom setting

• Experience…