Overview:

We are seeking a versatile and flexible Floater to join our early childhood education team. The ideal candidate will have experience working with children of all ages and a willingness to work in a variety of classrooms as needed. As a Floater, you will be responsible for providing support to lead teachers, assisting with curriculum implementation, and ensuring a safe and nurturing learning environment to children of all ages in our program.

Our Teachers:

• Create positive, fun and interactive learning experiences in clean and age appropriate classrooms
• Support our success by partnering with center staff and leadership to achieve goals around enrollment, accreditation, and engagement
• Ensure the daily care of every child by following all licensing guidelines and implementing all company standards.

We are most interested in adding to our team Early Childhood Professionals who bring their A-game to the table and have a passion for nurturing young minds and who have:

• High School Diploma
• Experience working in a licensed childcare facility strongly preferred

Responsibilities:

• Understand, participate, and support quality standards as defined by compliance with all licensing and accreditation standards including Early Head Start, Step Up to Quality, ODJFS,CACFP, and Water Lily
• Rotate among classrooms and provide support and coverage for teachers.
• Maintain a clean, safe, organized and nurturing classroom environment
• Participate in all activities with children
• Assist with activity planning and preparation of materials and supplies for daily use.
• Support Lead Teacher with capturing observation information and for assessment information to assist with implementation of lesson plans to advance a child’s development.
• Complete tasks assigned in a timely manner to ensure the smooth operation of the program.
• Utilize best practices and positive discipline techniques with children, to support children’s growth and understanding of self and others and promote resilience.
• Responsible for obtaining required training hours and maintaining educational credentials.
• Communicate directly with lead teacher to achieve success for the child.

Qualifications:

• Must meet basic requirements of local child care regulatory agency, including background checks and immunization records.
• A minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent; a degree in early childhood education or a related field is preferred.
• Passion for working with young children in a licensed early childhood education setting.
• Willingness to learn child development and best practices in early childhood education.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work well in a co-working environment with shared responsibilities for all classroom duties.
• Ability to lift up to 35 lbs. in connection with the handling of children for the facilitation of programs, child safety, and potential emergency situations.
• Willingness to work in a variety of classrooms with children of all ages.
• Flexibility and adaptability to changing needs and schedules.
• Willingness to obtain CDA in 12 months.

Benefits:

• Major Medical, Dental, and Vision
• 401k Matching Program
• 14 Paid Holidays
• PTO
• E.A.C.H- Tuition and Education Assistance Program
• CDA Training
• Free Uniforms
• Paid Professional Training Development
• Aflac
• Weekly Pay
• Direct Deposit
• EAP, Work/Life, and Wellness Benefit
• Financial Wellness Program
• Employee Discount and Reward
• Birthday Celebrations and Birthday PTO

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, as well as opportunities for professional growth and development. If you are passionate about working with children of all ages and supporting their early years, we encourage you to apply for this position.