Floater Teacher

Job Description

Job Description

About This Role

A caring and dependable Floater Teacher is sought after by A Child's Place, a private non-profit NAEYC accredited Child Care Center, to care for children aged 6 weeks to 5 years old. The ideal candidate will have a passion for teaching young children, strong communication skills, and team teaching experience. This is a full-time position with a competitive salary, benefits, and a rotating schedule of 40 hours a week. We require at least 1 year of teaching experience and a CDA or higher in ECE. Our Child Care Center serves as a second home to our children and families, and we seek someone who can create a safe, healthy, and fun environment that promotes their social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development. If you're passionate about teaching and making a difference in the lives of young children, we encourage you to apply.

What You'll Do

The ideal candidate for this Floater Teacher position at A Child's Place will be responsible for:

Creating a positive and engaging classroom environment that fosters children's growth and development.

Developing and implementing age-appropriate lesson plans that cater to the diverse needs of our children.

Collaborating with colleagues to ensure a cohesive and supportive team teaching environment.

Maintaining open and regular communication with families and co-teachers to ensure seamless transitions and a high level of care.

Fostering a culture of respect, empathy, and inclusivity within the classroom and throughout the Child Care Center.

Requirements

• CDA or higher
• Knowledge of the CTELDS and DOTS
• Ability to work in a team teaching environment.
• At least 1 year experience working with toddlers
• Passionate about teaching young children.
• Strong communication skills.

Nice To Haves

We welcome candidates with:

• Experience working with diverse age groups
• Knowledge of child development theories and practices
• Fluency in a second language
• Relevant certifications or special training