Assistant Teacher (Float) (Part-time): Des Moines, WA (limited term through May 2027)

About the role

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 Montessori-inspired programs that enable every child to thrive in our growing network of preschools in under-resourced communities.

Location

Des Moines, WA 98198 (824 S 216th St)

Schedule

Part-time, non-exempt/hourly position requiring a minimum of 25 hours per week. Five-hour shifts, Monday through Friday, totaling 25 hours per week. Specific schedules are set at 9:00 am–2:00 pm and determined by school leaders based on staff, classroom, and community needs.

Responsibilities

• Instructional: Serve as a floating assistant teacher, providing support wherever and however the school most needs it each day; independently supervise children throughout the day in classrooms and other situations (arrival/departure, transitions, outside time, rest/nap time, 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: Follow 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); support school leadership and teachers to foster a nurturing, safe, and stimulating environment; support children’s increasing independence with daily living skills; maintain licensing and credentialing requirements and complete required ongoing professional development trainings; attend staff meetings and family events as schedule allows; assume postures at low levels (e.g., kneeling, stooping, bending, sitting on the floor) as needed to communicate effectively with children.
• Other: Provide support to nearby Bezos Academy schools, as needed, at the direction of your Head of School or District School Leader.

Requirements

• Age 18 with high school diploma or GED.
• 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.
• 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

• 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.
• Strong communication and organizational skills, with the ability to manage daily operational tasks such as classroom setup, safety checks, and basic clerical responsibilities.
• Demonstrated reliability and flexibility in supporting school operations, including meal service, playground supervision, assisting with classroom coverage as needed, and leading after-school activities.

Pay

The full compensation range for this position is $26–$29 per hour. The starting pay for all new employees is $26 per hour.

Benefits

• Paid care (sick) time, accrued based on hours worked.
• 401(k) plan with a 4% employer contribution match.