Bezos Academy

Montessori Lead Teacher: Houston, TX

Houston, Texas, United States · Full-time

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About the role

We anticipate a start date in summer of 2026 to align with the start of the 2026-2027 school year.
The upper third of the salary range is typically reserved for existing employees who demonstrate strong performance over time.
Bezos Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Use the Bezos Academy curriculum and current research-based instructional practices to develop integrated units of instruction that meet both the group and individual needs of students
Prepare and maintain a clean, orderly, and attractive Montessori environment with the instructional resources needed to meet the development needs of every child in the classroom
Create an environment that demonstrates rapport with and respect and kindness for, all students as well as between students
Monitor and maintain accurate records on the progress of individual students; use school-approved screening and evaluation tools
Use relevant, approved technology to support instruction
Maintain teaching skills and participate in professional development activities

Bachelor's degree (OR 4 years of Montessori Primary Lead Teacher experience in lieu of a 4-year degree)
Two or more years of experience as a lead teacher or guide, teaching children from infancy through third grade with strong outcomes
Experience monitoring and maintaining accurate records on the progress of individual students
Ability to independently supervise, communicate effectively with, and care for young children safely, including ability to lift a minimum of 40 lbs
We will work with you to ensure you have a fair opportunity to apply for our open positions.
If you are a current Bezos Academy employee, please use the internal job board to apply.

Primary diploma from an AMI, AMS, or other MACTE-accredited institute
Experience working with children and families in low-income communities in the US
Experience working with children with special needs

The full salary range for this position is $63,000 - $101,000 per year.
The upper third of the salary range is typically reserved for existing employees who demonstrate strong performance over time.
Starting salary will vary by qualifications and prior experience.

This is a full-time, benefits-eligible, salaried position.
This role includes 32 paid days of scheduled breaks, 3 paid days of personal time off, 9 paid days of sick (care) time, 10 paid holidays, and additional time off if required by applicable law.
Plan, prepare, and deliver instructional activities that facilitate active Montessori learning experiences
Participate in collegial activities and meetings designed to make the entire school a productive professional learning community
Support the learning and development of assistant teachers

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.

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.

If E-Verify cannot confirm that an employee is authorized to work, Bezos Academy will give the employee written instructions and an opportunity to contact the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so

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