Cuidando Los Niños is seeking someone that enjoys working with children and is passionate about making a difference in their community. This is a great opportunity for an individual that is interested in stepping into the early childhood, education or social services field. The ideal candidate must possess sensitivity to cultural, language, and socioeconomic differences. Be able to relate and communicate effectively with a broad, diverse population that includes fellow staff, parents, and children.

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Benefits include:*

• 12 paid holidays
• Paid winter break
• Simple IRA & 3% match for all employees
• 90% health insurance premium covered for eligible employees
• Free dental and vision for health insurance participating employees
• Culture that embraces teamwork and collaboration

General Statement of Duties:
The floater teacher will support all classrooms, Infants to PreK, covering for teachers’ absences, vacations, breaks and additional support. While supporting the classroom, the floater teacher will assist the classroom teacher in activities, lessons, cleaning, and additional duties by actively interacting with the children. Will also assist in the supervision and guidance of the children at all times. Will work with ages ranging from six (6) weeks old to five (5) years old. The Floater Teacher may also provide assistance in the kitchen and act as the bus driver when needed.

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Typical working conditions:* will work under the direction of the Child Development Program Director and provide support to the classroom teachers. Will work in a dynamic environment where frequent interruptions may occur. Must have the flexibility to manage different tasks with or without notice. Must be able to work independently and as part of a team.

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Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:*

• Assist in the classrooms as a classroom teacher as needed, providing developmentally appropriate care for the children as directed by the lead teacher in the classroom
• Following instructions and guidance from the classroom Teachers and Child Development Director.
• Keep the classroom Teachers aware of all situations involving the children.
• Ensuring the learning environment is clean and safe.
• Recognizing that the playground is part of the learning environment and helping keep it clean and safe with equipment put away at the end of the day and including the children in the task.
• Maintaining staff/child ratios at all times, including outdoor play and nap times.
• Sitting down with children at all meals and observing Family style meal plans
• Helping to maintain the center in a safe and sanitary condition, sharing cleaning tasks equally with others, this includes washing of toys to prevent spread of germs.
• Sitting down and participating with the teachers and children during Circle time. Providing guidance and redirection for children during Circle time.
• Understanding that you can be assigned to any shift, in any classroom at the discretion of the Child Development Director.
• Exhibiting consistent and professional communication and cooperation skill with other teachers, parents, and supervisors.
• Will act as the Bus Driver when needed following its responsibilities
• Other duties as assigned by immediate supervisor.

Education, experience, credentials:
A. Be at least 18 years old
B. Must have high school diploma or equivalent
C. Must have or be able to obtain 45-hour course within 90 days of hire and working towards completing CDA, associates, or bachelors in early childhood education or related field
E. Must meet the New Mexico Childcare licensing requirements regarding criminal records background check, hold a valid driver’s license, have car insurance and be able to travel within the city limits.
F. Bilingual Spanish/English highly desired

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $15.00 - $18.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person