Floater Assistant Teacher

Overview

Are you a socially conscious, dedicated individual who is committed to building a better future for children, families, and their communities? If so, join us as we support early childhood education programs across the country to create positive outcomes for the children and families served. The Floater Assistant Teacher is responsible for working collaboratively with the Teacher to ensure the successful operation of a classroom of children and works with a team of other classroom Assistant Teachers and family members to implement curriculum to achieve outcomes for children of all abilities.

• Uses knowledge of the principles of child growth and development to work with children in a Head Start program.
• Maintains a child‑centered curriculum and learning environment that encourages positive social interaction, active engagement in learning, and self‑motivation to promote development in all domains for children of all abilities.
• Plans and implements learning experiences that advance the intellectual and physical development of children, including improving readiness for school by developing literacy and phonemic, print, and numeracy awareness, understanding and use of language, an increasingly complex and varied vocabulary, appreciation of books, and problem‑solving abilities.
• Addresses challenging behaviors by observing to determine possible causes of the behavior, implementing preventive measures, teaching the child new social and communication skills, and partnering with families to support the child at home.
• Uses observations of children and anecdotal notes to document children’s progress and individualize curriculum.
• Encourages the involvement of families of the children in a Head Start program and supports the development of relationships between children and their families.
• Establishes and maintains a safe and healthy learning environment.
• Supports the social and emotional development of children.
• Communicates with internal and external stakeholders.
• Participates in assigned meetings, events and training as required.

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• CDA or enrolled to complete within 2 years, or a degree in any field or enrollment in a program leading to such degree.
• Prior experience with children 0‑5 years.
• Physical exam and background checks required for this position.

• Position pays $17.77/hr.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance with multiple plan options.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contributions up to $800 annually.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for health and dependent care expenses.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with up to 4% company match and immediate vesting.
• Company‑paid Short‑Term and Long‑Term Disability and Basic Life Insurance.
• Up to $500 per year in Professional Development Reimbursements.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with counseling and mental wellness support.
• Wellness Programs, including virtual fitness, nutrition, and mindfulness classes.
• Pet Insurance, Legal Assistance,  Protection, and Employee Discount Perks.

We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to creating a diverse and healthy workplace. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status.