Preschool Teacher Float

• Location 401 Southeast 6th Street,Suite 001,Evansville, IN, 47713,United States
• Base Pay $15.50 / Hour
• Job Category Teacher, Head Start, Early Childhood Education
• Employee Type FT Contract

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The Teacher Float provides classroom support across multiple Head Start classrooms and sites, ensuring children receive high-quality care and instruction. This position works collaboratively with lead and associate teachers to support school readiness goals, maintain a safe and nurturing environment, and foster positive relationships with children and families. The Teacher Float serves as a flexible team member, assisting with classroom activities, compliance tasks, and family engagement initiatives, while upholding program standards and regulations.

• High school diploma or equivalent required;
  Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or related field preferred.
• Previous experience in early childhood education or Head Start program preferred.
• Knowledge of school readiness and child development principles.
• Ability to implement developmentally appropriate practices and support social-emotional learning.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work flexibly across classrooms and sites as needed.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professional boundaries.
• Physical ability to participate in classroom activities, including lifting, bending, and outdoor play supervision.
• CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain upon hire).

• Medical Insurance – Dental Insurance – Vision Insurance – $20,000 Life Insurance – 401K Retirement Plan
• Personal Time – Paid Holidays, Spring Break, Fall Break & Winter Break

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Community Action Program of Evansville (CAPE) operates under a nondiscriminatory policy with regard to race, color, gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, creed or religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status and all federally protected groups/classes. Minorities and underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.

CAPE participates in the E-Verify program.