Floater, Child Care​/Nanny

Overview

Job Title: Floater

Organization: Richland County First Steps, Ridgewood Center

Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM

Richland County First Steps is hiring a Floater for the Ridgewood Early Head Start Center. This role supports teachers, assists with child routines, covers breaks, and helps keep the center clean, organized, and running smoothly. The position also takes on responsibilities in the kitchen and custodial areas, working with the current Ridgewood floater to ensure cleaning, dishwashing, and food service tasks are completed each day.

This is a great opportunity for someone who loves working with young children, enjoys being part of a team, and prefers a predictable daytime schedule. Our organization values staff well-being and we are proud to offer a strong benefits package and family-friendly hours.

Why work for Richland County First Steps

We offer employer-paid health insurance for employees, as well as employer-paid life insurance. Our staff also have access to the Employee Assistance Program at no cost. Paid time off is generous, and the schedule is a steady Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, with no nights or weekends. This position provides a healthy work–life balance and the chance to make a real difference in the lives of infants, toddlers, and families.

• Assists teachers with daily routines such as feeding, diapering, dressing, and supervising young children.
• Helps maintain clean and safe classrooms and provides coverage when teachers take breaks.
• Performs kitchen and custodial tasks including dishwashing, sanitizing bottles and utensils, helping with meal preparation, sweeping, mopping, taking out the trash, doing laundry, and keeping common areas clean.
• Follows cleaning and sanitation procedures, communicates with the center director, and collaborates with the Ridgewood floater to divide tasks for the day.

• Preference for someone who has completed Infant and Toddler CDA coursework or has experience working with infants and toddlers in a childcare setting.
• Dependable, flexible, able to follow instructions, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and organization skills.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds and perform physical tasks such as bending, squatting, and standing for long periods.
• Applicants must pass all required background checks including SLED and DSS.

If you want to join a supportive team, work predictable hours, and help create a warm and safe environment for children and families, we would love to receive your application.