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Assistant Teacher Tacoma, WA (limited term through June 2026)Bezos Academy • Tacoma, Washington, USA
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Assistant Teacher Tacoma, WA (limited term through June 2026)

Assistant Teacher Tacoma, WA (limited term through June 2026)

Bezos Academy • Tacoma, Washington, USA
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As an Assistant Teacher for Bezos Academy you share our passion for early-childhood education and the Montessori method drawing your energy from working in a child-initiated learning process. Your responsibilities will include assisting Lead Teachers in developing and implementing a program that promotes the cognitive language emotional social and physical development of each child. Drawing on your previous experience working with young children you will support lead classroom teachers in high-quality tuition-free Montessori-inspired programs in our growing network of preschools in under-resourced communities.

LOCATION

We are actively hiring for a limited-term Assistant Teacher for the 2025-2026 school year for our Tacoma - Roosevelt ( 3550 E Roosevelt Ave Tacoma WA 98404 ) school. This role is expected to last through June 26 2026.

While this role will primarily support our Tacoma-Roosevelt location it may lend support to our other nearby schools and potentially other sites as needed :

  • Tacoma- Hilltop ( 2141 S J Street Tacoma Washington 98405 )
  • Lacey- Southeast ( 1800 Seven Oaks St. SE Lacey WA 98503)

SCHEDULES BENEFITS AND COMPENSATION

  • 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.
  • This is a limited-term position anticipated through June 2026.
  • This is a full-time (40 hours per week) benefits-eligible non-exempt / hourly position.
  • Compensation for this position is $26-$36 per hour ($54000 - $74000 annually) .The upper third of the compensation range is typically reserved for existing employees who demonstrate strong performance over time. Starting compensation will vary by qualifications and prior experience.
  • This role includes up to 12 paid days of scheduled breaks 3 paid days of personal time off 7 paid days of sick (care) 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 paid parental leave an employer-matched flexible spending account for dependent care and more. Please see herefor details.
  • This position offers a $2000 sign-on bonus ($1000 on first paycheck and $1000 after 90 days).
  • MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

  • Experience working with children ages 3-5
  • Washington Early Childhood Education Initial Certificate or equivalent (Child Development Associate or 12 aligned credit hours) OR willingness to acquire this certification immediately upon hire
  • Ability to meet Washington state requirements for teacher assistants prior to start date including passing background checks and requisite trainings
  • Age 18 with high school diploma or GED
  • Experience working across lines of difference and strong commitment to diversity equity and inclusiveness
  • 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 to ensure timely effective instruction and toensure proper staff-to-child classroom ratios
  • PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Two or more years of experience as an assistant teacher or aide in a preschool
  • Associates degree in Early Childhood Education or two years of post-secondary coursework in Early Childhood Education
  • Experience with Montessori pedagogy
  • Experience with children with special needs
  • RESPONSIBILITIES

  • NOTE : The combination of responsibilities may vary based on the needs of the school site students and prior experiences of the Assistant Teacher .
  • Instructional

  • Work cohesively with the lead teachers plans to prepare and deliver instructional activities that facilitate active Montessori learning experiences. Over time lead some classroom instructional activities such as group time or transitions
  • Support lead teacher with planning Montessori learning activities
  • Depending on experience and instructional readiness give individual Montessori lessons to students in coordination with the lead teacher
  • Assist in guiding every child through self-directed activities allowing them to develop at his or her own pace
  • Along with lead teachers foster a nurturing safe and stimulating non-competitive environment
  • Assist teachers in maintaining records on each childs progress and development
  • Observe each child daily to assess skills interests and needs and use this information to facilitate learning and growth
  • Operational

  • Assist teachers with the full implementation of Bezos Academys performance standards policies and procedures
  • Support Bezos Academy classrooms by following regulations and guidelines in the day-to-day operation of the classroom (i.e. cleaning materials meal prep nap time transitions etc.)
  • Prepare and maintain a well-organized safe and attractive classroom environment conducive to the optimal growth and development of children
  • Organize materials and clean the workspace to facilitate the learning process for each child
  • Support childrens increasing independence with daily living skills (i.e. washing hands using the bathroom eating meals and snacks cleaning up etc.)
  • Individual student support

  • Develop a positive relationship with each child and promote the development of self-esteem and self-discipline
  • Provide 1 : 1 support for children who are experiencing big feelings
  • Provide 1 : 1 support for children who are at risk for developmental delays
  • Other

  • Participate in team meetings center activities and staff development
  • Assist lead teachers in conducting staff / family conferences
  • Establish a positive relationship with each childs family and share information about the childs day at the preschool
  • Lift up to 20 lbs. frequently and up to 50 lbs. occasionally to care for young children safely
  • Consistently attend work as scheduled to ensure proper staff-to-child classroom ratios
  • Assume postures at low levels (e.g. kneeling stooping bending and sitting on the floor) as needed to communicate effectively with children
  • Please click here for the full job description.

    Bezos Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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.

    Bezos Academy participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with employee Form I-9 Information to confirm authorization to work in the U.S. Bezos Academy only uses E-Verify once a candidate has accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9. 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 the employee can begin to resolve the issue before any adverse employment action is taken. For more information about your right to work please see the Notice of Right to Work.

    We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you are in need of an accommodation to participate in the application process please reach out to . 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.

    Key Skills

    Early Childhood Education,Customer Service,Infant Care,Classroom Management,Classroom Experience,Daycare,Lesson Planning,Preschool Experience,Teaching,Training & Development,Child Protective Services,Experience with Children

    Employment Type : Temp

    Experience : years

    Vacancy : 1

    Yearly Salary Salary : 54000 - 74000

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