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Great Hearts

Kindergarten Assistant Teacher

LocationGilbert, AZ
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SeniorityEntry
Company size1,001–5,000 people
PostedOct 8, 2026 · 4d ago
Verified live5h ago
At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
Must have8
Support the lead teacher in implementation of a rich Core Knowledge curriculum
Support and advance the mission of Great Hearts by contributing to a respectful, intellectually vibrant school community
Collaborate with teachers to support instruction, student learning, and daily classroom activities
Uphold school policies and promote an orderly, professional learning environment
Participate in faculty meetings, school events, conferences, and assigned duties
Pursue ongoing professional growth and a deepening knowledge of the classical tradition
Some locations (e.g. Title I schools) may require assistant teachers to have an AA, 60 hours of college credit, or be able to pass a ParaPro proficiency exam before beginning work
May need to travel locally for training and professional development opportunities
Nice to have1
Associate's or bachelor's degree preferred but not required
Eligibility2
US work authorization is required, but we do accept OPT/CPT candidates
Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a criminal history background check and fingerprint clearance in accordance with state requirements
Benefits
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401(k)
Professional development
Position Title: Kindergarten Assistant Teacher
Location: Archway Arete Academy, 4525 East Baseline Rd. Gilbert, AZ 85234
About the role
Reports To: Headmaster
Legal
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt, Hourly
About the company
We are looking for life-long learners passionate about shaping students’ hearts and minds. Join Great Hearts Academies, a growing network of 49 public, open-enrollment, tuition-free classical schools in Phoenix (AZ), Baton Rouge (LA), Dallas/Ft. Worth (TX), and San Antonio (TX).
Great Hearts currently provides over 30,000 K-12 students with access to a high quality, classical liberal arts education. We believe the highest goal of education is to become good, intellectually and morally.
Distinctive benefits for Great Hearts faculty
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Exceptional Benefits (medical, dental, vision etc.) with minimal employee cost
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Matching 401K program
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Uniquely valuable professional development offerings, from great books seminars with academy colleagues, to leadership and special education coursework/pathways, to reduced tuition graduate degree support with select partner universities
Kindergarten Assistant Teacher:
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As a K-5 Teaching Assistant, you support the lead teacher in the implementation of a rich Core Knowledge curriculum. A bachelor’s degree is not required for this role.
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As an Apprentice Teacher, you function as a second teacher in the classroom, without shouldering the burden of all planning, grading/evaluation, and parent communications
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Through mentorship with a Master Teacher, you learn the craft of teaching in a classical, liberal arts, primary-school environment.
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Many of our Apprentice Teachers become lead teachers at either lower or upper schools (assuming a bachelor’s degree).
Roles and Responsibilities:
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Support and advance the mission of Great Hearts by contributing to a respectful, intellectually vibrant school community.
•
Collaborate with teachers to support instruction, student learning, and daily classroom activities.
•
Uphold school policies and promote an orderly, professional learning environment.
•
Participate in faculty meetings, school events, conferences, and assigned duties.
•
Pursue ongoing professional growth and a deepening knowledge of the classical tradition.
Required/Preferred Education:
•
Associate’s or bachelor’s degree preferred but not required
•
Some locations (e.g. Title I schools) may require assistant teachers to have an AA, 60 hours of college credit, or be able to pass a ParaPro proficiency exam before beginning work.
US work authorization is required, but we do accept OPT/CPT candidates.
Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a criminal history background check and fingerprint clearance in accordance with state requirements.
Travel required: May need to travel locally for training and professional development opportunities.
This description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions. It does not exclude or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.
Great Hearts Academies is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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