What are the responsibilities and job description for the Daycare Floater position at Little Paws Learning Center?
Overview
Join our vibrant early childhood education team as a Daycare Floater! In this dynamic role, you will provide flexible, high-quality support across various classroom settings, ensuring a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment for children of different ages. As a vital team member, you will assist lead teachers and caregivers in delivering exceptional care and early childhood instruction, fostering positive developmental experiences for every child. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to gain diverse classroom experience while making a meaningful impact on young learners’ lives.
Duties
- Support multiple classrooms by assisting with child supervision, activities, and daily routines across different age groups including infants, toddlers, and preschoolers
- Help implement age-appropriate curriculum plans focused on childhood development and early education principles
- Maintain a safe environment by adhering to child supervision standards and safety protocols such as pediatric first aid and CPR procedures
- Communicate effectively with parents regarding their child's day, progress, and any concerns to foster strong relationships and trust
- Assist with classroom management and behavior guidance strategies to promote positive social interactions among children
- Support Lead teachers with classroom setup, cleaning, and organization to ensure a welcoming learning environment
- Follow mandated reporting laws and document incidents or concerns accurately and promptly
Experience
- Prior experience working with children in daycare centers, preschools, is highly preferred
- Knowledge of child development instruction, childhood development milestones, and early childhood education best practices
- Experience working with children with disabilities or special needs is a plus
- Certification in first aid and CPR (or willingness to obtain upon hire) is required; pediatric first aid training is advantageous
- Familiarity with classroom management techniques and behavior management strategies for young children
- Strong communication skills for parent interactions and team collaboration
- Previous experience in daycare or early childhood education environments will support success in this role
Join us to be part of a dedicated team committed to nurturing young minds! This position provides valuable hands-on experience in early childhood education while supporting the growth and well-being of children. We are proud to offer paid employment that recognizes your contributions from day one.
Pay: From $18.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40.0 per week
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18