Childcare/ Floater Teacher

Summary

A Daycare Floater is a versatile and adaptable team member in a daycare or early childhood education setting. They provide support and assistance across various age groups and classrooms as needed. Floaters play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of the daycare center and maintaining a safe, nurturing, and enriching environment for children.

Duties

Flexible Classroom Assistance:

• Assist lead teachers and teacher assistants in various classrooms and age groups as assigned.
• Step in during staff absences or busy periods to ensure proper child-to-adult ratios are maintained.

Supervision and Care:

• Provide attentive and loving care to children, including feeding, diapering, and assisting with restroom breaks.
• Maintain a safe and clean classroom environment, ensuring the well-being of all children.

Behavior Management:

• Reinforce classroom rules and expectations for behavior.
• Assist with conflict resolution and the promotion of positive social interactions among children.

Child Development:

• Observe and record children's progress, behaviors, and developmental milestones.
• Communicate with lead teachers, teacher assistants, and parents about children's development and needs.

Parent Communication:

• Establish positive relationships with parents and guardians.
• Share daily updates on children's activities, behavior, and any concerns or milestones.

Assist with Lesson Planning:

• Collaborate with lead teachers and teacher assistants to plan and prepare educational materials and activities.
• Help set up and organize classrooms for daily activities.

Health and Safety:

• Follow health and safety protocols, including sanitation, hygiene, and emergency procedures.
• Monitor the well-being of children and report any concerns to lead teachers or supervisors.

Supervise Outdoor Activities:

• Assist with outdoor playtime, ensuring children's safety and participation in physical activities.
• Promote outdoor learning and exploration.

Professional Development:

• Participate in ongoing training and professional development opportunities to enhance childcare skills.
• Stay informed about best practices in early childhood education.

Requirements

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• CPR and First Aid certification
• Experience working with children in a childcare or early childhood education setting
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Adaptability, patience, and the ability to work effectively in various age groups and classrooms

Additional Requirements:

• Background check and fingerprinting
• Immunization records and health screenings
• Willingness to adapt to the needs and routines of the childcare center.

Nice To Haves

1.) Be a good role model for children

2.) Keep up with the trends in education, to continue to learn

3.) Enjoy working with children

4.) Form bonds with families you care for

Benefits

TECTA or Child Development Associate with opportunities of furthering education.