Bezos Academy

Assistant Teacher (Float) (Part-time): Louisville, KY

Louisville, Kentucky, United States · Part-time

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About the 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.

Serve as a floating assistant teacher, providing support wherever and however the school most needs it each day
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 children's increasing independence with daily living skills (i.e., washing hands, using the bathroom, eating meals and snacks, cleaning up, etc.)
Provide support to nearby Bezos Academy schools, as needed, at the direction of your Head of School or District School Leader</li

Ability to pass background checks, clear tuberculosis screenings, and (upon hire) successfully complete trainings required by the state of Kentucky 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
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
Maintain licensing and credentialing requirements and complete required ongoing professional development trainings in a timely manner

Prior experience supporting or teaching children ages 3-5 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

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