Floater Teacher

Job Summary
We are seeking a dedicated and flexible Floater Teacher to join our childcare team. In this essential role, you will provide support across various classrooms, ensuring that all children receive quality care throughout the day. You will assist in maintaining a smooth and efficient environment by covering breaks for infant teachers in the morning, filling in for absent teachers, and contributing to the overall cleanliness of the facility.

Duties

• Support Infant Teachers: Provide breaks to infant teachers during the morning hours, allowing them to recharge while ensuring the children’s safety and engagement.
• Substitute Coverage: Step in as a substitute teacher when another staff member is off or sick, providing continuity in care for the children.
• Afternoon Facility Maintenance: After taking your afternoon break, assist with cleaning and maintaining the cleanliness of classrooms, common areas, and other spaces within the facility.
• Maintain a safe and organized classroom environment conducive to learning.
• Participate in ongoing professional development to stay current with educational trends and practices.

Experience

• Previous experience in childcare or early childhood education preferred.
• Ability to work effectively in a flexible, fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills and a team-oriented attitude.
• Must be able to lift children and participate in daily physical activities.
• First Aid and CPR certification is a plus (or willingness to obtain).

Schedule:

• Monday - Friday: 8:30am-5:30pm (8 hours shifts, with a 1 hour break)
• 13 Holidays annually
• 5 Paid Days off (after 120 days)

Why Stepping Stones?

• Reliability: Your presence is crucial to the smooth operation of our center, and the teachers and children will depend on you every day!
• Team Support: Join a caring and supportive team dedicated to providing the best care for children.
• Opportunities for Growth: We offer professional development and room for growth within the center.
• Competitive Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary and benefits.

We encourage individuals who are committed to making a difference in the lives of children to apply for this rewarding opportunity. Staff and children will rely on this person being at Stepping Stones every day, we must have consistency for smooth operations and for children!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $13.75 - $14.25 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Childcare: 1 year (Preferred)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Jefferson City, MO 65109: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $14 - $14