Floater Teacher for Childcare

Job Overview
We are seeking a dynamic and adaptable Floater Teacher for Childcare to join our vibrant early childhood education team. In this role, you will serve as a versatile classroom support, stepping into various teaching environments to ensure a seamless and enriching experience for young learners. Your enthusiasm and flexibility will help foster a nurturing atmosphere where children can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to gain diverse classroom experience with infants through preschool age children, while making a meaningful difference in children's lives. The ideal candidate is passionate about early childhood development, possesses excellent communication skills, and is eager to contribute to a positive learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide flexible classroom support across different age groups, including infants, toddlers, preschoolers.
• Assist lead teachers with facilitating pre prepped lesson plans and curriculum that align with educational standards and promote literacy education, math skills, and social-emotional growth.
• Engage children in age-appropriate activities that foster curiosity, creativity, and physical development, including teaching physical education including ample outdoor play.
• Support classroom management by encouraging positive behavior management strategies and maintaining a safe, inclusive environment for all children.
• Help with classroom organization and cleaning tasks, including setting up learning stations, preparing materials for lessons, and ensuring cleanliness and safety standards are met.
• Collaborate with educators on individualized plans for children requiring special education or early intervention services to support their unique needs.
• Communicate effectively with parents and guardians regarding children's progress, behavior, and developmental milestones.
• Assist in administering assessments or standardized testing when necessary to monitor student progress and inform instruction.
• Contribute to ongoing professional development by staying informed about childhood development trends and best practices in childcare and early childhood education.

Experience

• Prior experience working with children in educational or childcare settings is highly preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge of childhood development principles, behavior management techniques, and classroom management strategies.
• Experience with curriculum development, lesson planning, tutoring, or teaching physical education is advantageous. Musical & artistic talents welcome.
• Familiarity with special education practices, early intervention programs and NAEYC standards.
• Previous daycare or preschool experience enhances understanding of child welfare standards and classroom dynamics.
• Excellent communication skills to effectively interact with children, parents, staff, and community partners.
• Ability to adapt quickly to different classroom environments while maintaining professionalism and enthusiasm. hours vary between 7:30am to 5:00 pm. Join us as a Floater Teacher for Childcare — where your energy fuels young minds’ growth! Bring your passion for early childhood education into a role that values flexibility, teamwork, and the joy of nurturing the next generation’s potential.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $17.00 - $24.00 per hour

Expected hours: 9 – 40 per week

Benefits:

• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement

Work Location: In person

Salary : $17 - $24