Childcare Center Assistant/Floater

Overview
Join our vibrant childcare team as a Childcare Center Assistant/Floater, where your energy and dedication will make a lasting impact on young lives! In this dynamic role, you will provide essential support across various classrooms and age groups, ensuring a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment for children. Whether assisting teachers, supervising play, or stepping in to cover different areas, your flexibility and enthusiasm will help foster early childhood development and create joyful learning experiences. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to grow your skills in early childhood education while making a positive difference every day.

Responsibilities

• Support classroom activities by assisting lead teachers with daily routines for children of different ages, including toddlers, younger and older preschoolers.
• Supervise children during indoor and outdoor play to ensure safety and promote positive behavior management
• Step into various classrooms or areas as needed to provide consistent coverage and support staff shortages or absences
• Engage children in age-appropriate activities that encourage development of social skills, motor skills, and early learning concepts
• Assist with diapering, feeding, nap times, and other caregiving duties following health and safety guidelines
• Maintain a clean, organized environment by sanitizing toys, surfaces, and shared spaces regularly
• Communicate effectively with parents and team members about children's progress and needs while maintaining confidentiality

Experience

• Prior experience working with children in daycare, preschool, babysitting, nannying, or classroom settings is highly preferred (Toddlers through PreKindergarteners).
• Knowledge of childhood development principles and early childhood education best practices
• Experience caring for toddlers, including diapering and feeding routines
• Familiarity with behavior management techniques suitable for young children
• Certification in First Aid and CPR, Food Handler's Permit, MERIT Portable Background Check required.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team-oriented environment while demonstrating patience and adaptabi

Join us to be part of a passionate team dedicated to nurturing the next generation! Your caring attitude combined with your enthusiasm for early childhood education will help create a warm, safe space where children can thrive.

This paid role not only supports children's growth but also offers valuable experience for those aspiring to careers in Early Childhood Education.

No phone calls to the Center Please

Pay: $21.00 - $23.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance

Work Location: In person