Assistant Teacher (Float): South Florida

About this role

<p>As a full time Assistant Teacher (Float) at Bezos Academy <span data-teams="true">(internally titled Assistant Teacher I)</span>, 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.</p> <p><strong>LOCATION</strong></p> <p>We are actively hiring for Assistant Teachers (Float) to support our preschool in South Florida <span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}">with an expected start date of <strong>August 2026</strong></span><strong><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}">.</span></strong></p> <ul> <li><strong>Boca Raton </strong><a class="Hyperlink SCXW126486665 BCX0" href="https://www.google.com/maps/search/(777+Glades+Rd,+Boca+Raton,+FL+33431)/@26.3740646,-80.1026879,17z/data=!3m1!4b1?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI2MDMxNy4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D" target="_blank"><span class="TextRun Underlined SCXW126486665 BCX0" lang="EN-US" data-contrast="none"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW126486665 BCX0" data-ccp-charstyle="Hyperlink">(777 Glades Rd, Boca Raton, FL 33431)</span></span></a></li> </ul> <p><strong>SCHEDULES, BENEFITS, AND COMPENSATION</strong></p> <ul> <li>School schedules vary depending on community needs but generally range from 8am-5:30pm, with teachers staggered across these hours with varying start and end times totaling no more than 8 hours per day. Your specific schedule will be determined with your school leader when considering all staff, classroom, and community needs.</li> <li>This is a full time (40 hours per week), non-exempt/hourly position.</li> <li>This role includes 32 days of scheduled breaks, 3 days of paid personal time off, 9 paid days of care (sick) time, 10 paid holidays, and additional time off if required by applicable law. Benefits for this role include 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, and more. Please <a href="https://day1academies.sharepoint.com/:b:/g/IQCuIl5IdYk7SY45rzPLI2poAcBo-a6bPiAyjGWMk9imO7s?e=HIB2Kv" target="_blank">see here</a> for details. </li> <li><strong> </strong>The full compensation range for this position is $19-$22 per hour.<strong> The starting pay for all new employees is $19 per hour.</strong></li> </ul> <p><strong>MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS </strong></p> <ul> <li>Age 18 with high school diploma or GED  </li> <li>Ability to pass background checks, clear tuberculosis screenings, and (upon hire) successfully complete trainings required by the state of Florida to supervise children independently</li> <li>Ability to independently supervise, communicate effectively with, and care for young children safely, including ability to lift a minimum of 40 lbs</li> <li>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</li> <li>Must have a valid Food Handler’s Permit or be willing to obtain one upon hire</li> <li>Ability to complete 20 hours of onboarding by your seventh day of employment</li> </ul> <p><strong>PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS </strong></p> <ul> <li>Prior experience supporting or teaching children ages 3–5 in a Montessori or early childhood classroom setting</li> <li>Experience working effectively across lines of difference and fostering an inclusive, welcoming environment for all children and families</li> <li>Strong communication and organizational skills, with the ability to manage daily operational tasks such as classroom setup, safety checks, and basic clerical responsibilities</li> <li><span class="TextRun SCXW150648317 BCX0" lang="EN-US" data-contrast="none"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW150648317 BCX0">Demonstrated reliability and flexibility in supporting school operations, including meal service, playground supervision, </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW150648317 BCX0">assisting</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW150648317 BCX0"> with classroom coverage as needed, and </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW150648317 BCX0">lead</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW150648317 BCX0"> after-school activities</span></span><span class="EOP Selected SCXW150648317 BCX0"…