Mentor Montessori Teacher: Phoenix-Mesa, AZ

As a Mentor Montessori Teacher for Bezos Academy, you will support classrooms at a designated school within a network of high quality, tuition-free, Montessori-inspired preschools in under-resourced communities. You will bring a deep knowledge of Montessori educational principles and practices, as well as complementary early childhood philosophies and pedagogies. You will draw upon your prior history as a strong teacher of children and collaborator with colleagues. You will coach teachers to plan, prepare, and model instructional activities that facilitate active Montessori learning experiences. You will facilitate learning opportunities that support the cognitive, language, social, emotional, and physical development of every child. You share our passion for the Montessori method and have honed your skills as an early childhood practitioner with expertise in child development, strong communication skills, and experience working with students and families in low-income areas from diverse backgrounds. You will build relationships and communicate regularly with Lead Teachers and Assistant Teachers to support both teacher and child development.

In this role, you will support all classrooms in a school and report directly to the Head of School. While you will not guide your own classroom, you will have a variety of responsibilities including developing and coaching Lead and Assistant Teachers, teaching directly as needed (classroom coverage), and supporting the Head of School with operational responsibilities. Above all, you demonstrate passion for our mission to expand access to high quality preschool in under-resourced communities.

LOCATION

We are hiring Montessori-certified Mentor Teachers in the greater Phoenix, Arizona metro area for our three schools in Mesa, which we plan to launch in the fall of 2025. We anticipate May 27, 2025 as a start date.

SCHOOLS CURRENTLY HIRING:

• Mesa – Adobe Hills (1001 N Power Road, Mesa, AZ 85205)
• Mesa – Greenfield Estates (4840 E Adobe Street, Mesa, AZ 85205)
• Mesa – Meadowvale (2433 E Adobe Street, Mesa, AZ 85213)

Relocation support is available for this role.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

• This is a full-time, benefits-eligible, salaried position. 
• The full salary range for this position is $66,000 - $99,000 per year. The upper third of the salary range is typically reserved for existing employees who have been in the role for multiple years and demonstrate strong performance over time. Starting salary will vary by qualifications and prior experience.
• This role includes 22 paid days of scheduled breaks, 7 paid days of vacation, 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 here for details.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree
• Primary Montessori diploma from an AMI, AMS, or other MACTE-accredited institute
• Five or more years of experience as a lead preschool teacher or guide leading a Montessori primary classroom (ages 3-6)
• Ability to meet all additional state-required training and eligibility requirements, including clearing state-required fingerprint clearance and background checks, tuberculosis tests, and so on, with required documentation of eligibility and training completion submitted to Bezos Academy prior to start of employment
• Experience monitoring and maintaining accurate records on the progress of individual students
• Demonstrated personal commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion and experience working across lines of difference

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Advanced degree in a relevant field (i.e., child development, curriculum and instruction, educational technology, early childhood education, etc.)
• Knowledge of other leading early childhood philosophies and pedagogies (e.g., Reggio Emilia and Waldorf)
• Ability to meet all credentialing criteria for lead early childhood Facility Director’s Designee in Arizona
• Experience applying best practices in diversity, equity, and inclusion across educator development programs and/or teacher training
• Track record of generating positive outcomes from coaching and training educators
• Comfort and confidence with various child, classroom-efficacy, and adult learning assessment methods
• Proficient in a language other than English (particularly Spanish)

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support the initial set up and ongoing evolution and design of the prepared environment throughout the year to meet the development needs of every child in the classroom
• Inventory and make recommendations for classroom materials for all areas of the environment
• Maintain and knowledge of school and classroom routines and advise to ensure smooth, easy transitions and routines
• Develop additional lesson plans and corresponding materials in alignment with the overall curriculum with a diversity, equity, and inclusivity lens
• Model and support observation, record keeping, and assessment processes
• Support teachers’ reflection and growth in instructional practice and responsibilities
• Serve in the capacity of a field consultant for teachers enrolled in Bezos Academy’s in-house Montessori credentialing program, including meeting regularly with adult learners and conducting multiple formal observations and evaluations
• Use student, school, and other data as part of own professional learning and the learning of teachers in your school
• Provide classroom coverage as needed
• Assist Head of School with school operations, for example opening or closing the school daily, greeting families, etc.
• Plan, prepare, and deliver instructional activities that facilitate active Montessori learning experiences
• Engage in on-going self-assessment and refinement of practice as well as in collaborative professional growth around coaching and mentoring within a Montessori environment
• Support an environment that demonstrates rapport with and respect for all students
• Lead and participate in collegial activities and meetings designed to make the entire school a productive professional learning community
• Maintain teaching skills and participate in professional development activities (both within the school community and via attendance at conferences, workshops, etc.)
• Engage with regional learning opportunities and participate in a professional learning community with other Mentor Montessori Teachers
• Follow regulations and guidelines for the day-to-day operations of the classroom, including following Bezos Academy policies and procedures
• Maintain professional credentials, including understanding regulations to stay up to date

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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.

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