Assistant Teacher Jobs in Phoenix, AZ
Assistant Teacher jobs in Phoenix are in active demand, concentrated in neighborhoods like Ahwatukee, Maryvale, and the Camelback East corridor, across charter school networks, early childhood centers, and K-12 public and private schools. Employers hiring right now include Tutor Time, Busy Bees Nurseries, and Childtime Learning Centers. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Established Montessori School is looking for Full-Time Assistant Teachers at the following levels for the upcoming 2026/2027 School Year:
- Elementary II – Ages 9 to 12
The hours for these positions range from 7:45am to 3:30pm (35-40 hrs per week), Monday through Friday.
As an assistant you will provide support to the lead teacher and help run the daily activities and lessons in the classroom. This individual must be organized, compassionate, professional and passionate about working with children! Experience in the Montessori classroom is a strong plus but not required.
Requirements:
- Experience working with children in an education environment
- Able to work well in collaboratively with a team
- Able to multitask and problem solve effectively
- Strong classroom management skills
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Willingness to learn about child development
A current Arizona Department of Public Safety Fingerprint Clearance Card is required for this position.
Villa Montessori School is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Established Montessori School is looking for Full-Time Assistant Teachers at the following levels for the upcoming 2026/2027 School Year:
- Elementary II – Ages 9 to 12
The hours for these positions range from 7:45am to 3:30pm (35-40 hrs per week), Monday through Friday.
As an assistant you will provide support to the lead teacher and help run the daily activities and lessons in the classroom. This individual must be organized, compassionate, professional and passionate about working with children! Experience in the Montessori classroom is a strong plus but not required.
Requirements:
- Experience working with children in an education environment
- Able to work well in collaboratively with a team
- Able to multitask and problem solve effectively
- Strong classroom management skills
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Willingness to learn about child development
A current Arizona Department of Public Safety Fingerprint Clearance Card is required for this position.
Villa Montessori School is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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Assistant Teacher Jobs in Phoenix: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an assistant teacher job in Phoenix?
Focus your search on Phoenix's large charter school networks, the Roosevelt and Cartwright elementary districts, and the expanding early childhood programs tied to community centers in South Phoenix and the West Valley. Candidates who hold an IVP fingerprint clearance card before applying move significantly faster through hiring. Bilingual Spanish ability is a genuine differentiator here, given the city's demographics and the concentration of dual-language classrooms across central and west Phoenix.
Which companies hire assistant teachers in Phoenix?
Companies currently hiring assistant teachers in Phoenix include Tutor Time, Busy Bees Nurseries, and Childtime Learning Centers, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Phoenix's hiring mix skews heavily toward charter management organizations, Head Start grantees, and private preschool chains with multiple Valley locations.
Are there remote assistant teacher jobs in Phoenix?
Remote work is rare for assistant teachers because the role is inherently hands-on and classroom-based. About 0% of assistant teacher openings tied to Phoenix are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those tend to be administrative or paraprofessional support roles within larger education organizations rather than direct classroom positions.
How can I get an assistant teacher job in Phoenix with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry point in Phoenix is applying to Head Start and Early Head Start programs run through local community action agencies, which routinely hire candidates with a high school diploma and willingness to complete on-the-job training. Substitute paraprofessional positions with Phoenix Union High School District and the large elementary districts also serve as a common first step, converting to full roles within one school year for reliable candidates.
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