Montessori Assistant Teacher: Kissimmee-Poinciana, FL
$39,520–$56,160 year
On-site · Kissimmee, Florida, United States
Job Summary
Montessori Assistant Teacher at Bezos Academy in Kissimmee-Poinciana, FL, supports lead teachers in developing and implementing a Montessori-inspired preschool program; assists with instructional activities, observes and assesses children's development, fosters early literacy, math, and problem-solving skills, maintains a well-organized, safe classroom, supports children's independence with daily living skills, assists with record-keeping of progress, participates in staff/family conferences, and collaborates with families to ensure positive child outcomes. Eligible candidates may pursue Montessori credentialing within two years of hire; role includes comprehensive benefits and paid time off. Initiatives include participation in MCP or MACTE-accredited pathways; minimum qualifications include credentialing and background checks, TB screenings, and ability to supervise children.
Required Qualifications
- Four years of professional experience as an aide, assistant, or lead teacher of children from infancy through third grade
- Two years of professional experience as an aide, assistant, or lead teacher of children from infancy through third grade AND an associate’s degree in a relevant field (i.e., child development, early childhood education etc.)
- Bachelor’s degree
- Primary Montessori teaching credential from a MACTE-accredited institution or on track to obtain one within two years of hire
- If you do not hold a Primary Montessori teaching credential from a MACTE-accredited institution, you will be eligible to complete the Bezos Academy Montessori Primary teacher coursework, provided at no cost
- Ability to pass background checks, tuberculosis screenings, and trainings required by the state of Florida required 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
- This role requires a Primary Montessori teaching credential from a MACTE-accredited institution. If you do not currently have this credential, your employment in this role is provisional until you successfully obtain one. You must obtain this credential within two years of your start date to remain in this role. Upon hire, you may elect to obtain this credential through the Bezos Academy Montessori Credential Program (MCP), offered at no cost, or through any other MACTE-accredited program at your own expense.
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