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

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. LOCATION We are actively hiring for Assistant Teachers (Float) to support our preschools in Louisville, Kentucky with an expected start date of August 2026: Louisville – Okolona ( 7525 Jefferson Green Way, Louisville, KY 40219 ) Louisville – Russell ( 3026 River Park Dr, Louisville, KY 40211 ) Louisville – Riverport ( 3400 Cathe Dykstra Way, Louisville, KY 40216 ) SCHEDULES, BENEFITS, AND COMPENSATION This is a part-time, non-exempt/hourly position requiring a minimum of  25  hours per week , with occasional opportunities to work  additional  hours based on school needs. You will work a five-hour shift, Monday through Friday, totaling 25 hours per week. Specific school schedules are  determined  by school leaders when considering all staff, classroom, and community needs. Please  indicate  which shift(s) you are interested in  on  your application. Okolona: 25 hours per week (expected daily shifts 9:00am-2:00pm or 11:00am-4:00pm) Russell: 25 hours per week (expected daily shifts 9:00am-2:00pm or 11:00am-4:00pm) Riverport: 25 hours per week (expected daily shifts 9:00am-2:00pm or 11:00am-4:00pm) The full compensation range for this position is $18-$20 per hour . The starting pay for all new employees is $18 per hour. Benefits include paid sick (care) time,  accrued  based on hours worked, and a 401(k) plan with a 4% employer contribution match. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS 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 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 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 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 lead after-school activities 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 Serve as a floating assistant teacher, providing support wherever and however the school most needs it each day As needed, independently supervise children throughout the day in classrooms and a variety of other situations, including but not limited to arrival/departure, transitions, outside time, rest/nap time, and (if offered) 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 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.) Maintain licensing and credentialing requirements and complete required ongoing professional development trainings in a timely manner Attend staff meetings and family events as schedule allows Assume postures at low levels (e.g., kneeling, stooping, bending, and sitting on the floor) as needed to communicate effectively with children Provide support to nearby Bezos Academy schools, as needed, at the direction of your Head of School or District School Leader Other Attend staff meetings and family events as schedule allows 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 [email protected] . 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.

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