Afternoon Classroom Floater & Closer

Tiny Town Childcare & Learning Center - Kent and Painesville; Kent (OH); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Tiny Town Childcare & Learning Center - Kent and Painesville is seeking a Float Teacher/Closer to support multiple classrooms and ensure smooth transitions through the day. You’ll engage with children, help with routines, and assist with end-of-day closing while upholding safety standards.

The role emphasizes patient, playful interaction, teamwork, and reliable attendance. Training may be provided for the right candidate in a supportive, licensed center environment.

Qualifications

• Patient, playful, and comfortable working with toddlers and young preschoolers.
• Flexible team player who can move between classrooms with ease.
• Strong communication skills and a positive attitude.
• Reliable, professional, and able to maintain routines and expectations.
• Experience in childcare preferred, but we’re willing to train the right person.

Responsibilities

• Jump into toddler, preschool, and school-age rooms as needed to support teachers
• Play, interact, and engage with children at their level—floor play, sensory activities, outdoor time, and simple routines
• Help maintain a safe, clean, and organized classroom environment
• Follow daily schedules and support transitions (snack, bathroom, outside, end-of-day routines)
• Build positive relationships with children and families
• Communicate with staff and leadership to ensure smooth classroom coverage
• As the closer, tidy classrooms, complete end-of-day cleaning tasks, and secure the building
• Follow all state licensing rules, center policies, and safety expectations

Skills

Patient

Playful

Flexible team player

Strong communication skills

Reliable, professional

Childcare experience preferred

Job description

Tiny Town Childcare & Learning Center - Kent and Painesville is seeking a Float Teacher/Closer to support multiple classrooms and ensure smooth transitions through the day. You’ll engage with children, help with routines, and assist with end-of-day closing while upholding safety standards.

The role emphasizes patient, playful interaction, teamwork, and reliable attendance. Training may be provided for the right candidate in a supportive, licensed center environment.