Assistant Teacher - Floater

St. Joseph Children's Home; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k)/403(b) Plan

Paid Vacation Days

Child Care Discount

Retention Bonus

Job summary

St. Joseph Children's Home in Louisville, Kentucky is seeking a compassionate individual to support children ages 0-5. Responsibilities include maintaining classroom cleanliness, engaging children in appropriate activities, and serving meals according to established guidelines.

The ideal candidate will hold a high school diploma and may have prior experience working with young children. A full benefits package is offered, including medical and childcare discounts.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience with children ages 0-5 preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain confidentiality regarding children and families.
• Assist in maintaining a clean, tidy classroom.
• Engage children in age-appropriate play.
• Serve meals and snacks as per guidelines.

Skills

Experience working with children ages 0-5

Education

High School Diploma (or equivalent)

Job description

About This Role

St. Joseph Children’s Home provides inclusive and compassionate care to ensure a safe home and bright future for every child in our diverse community. We do this through our core values of caring, compassion, relationships, and teamwork.

What You’ll Do

Essential Functions

• Maintain confidentiality regarding staff, children, families, board members, and center operations.
• Complete an annual self‑assessment using the ITERS/ECERS, review it with the team leader and coaches, and set achievable goals for the year.
• Know the whereabouts and number of children in care, ensuring all children are within sight and sound supervision at all times.
• Verify identity of adult pick‑ups by checking photo ID and confirming they are on the approved escort list.
• Perform name‑to‑face attendance checks multiple times daily as per policy.
• Assist in maintaining a clean, tidy classroom that promotes age‑appropriate physical, emotional, and educational comfort.
• In the senior teacher’s absence, follow the lesson plans provided.
• Limit the use of screen time as directed.
• Engage children in age‑appropriate play.
• Provide positive guidance, direction, and encouragement using principles of Positive Discipline.
• Monitor child development, document concerns, and report them to the senior teacher or team lead.
• Greet children and families at arrival and departure; promote trusting relationships.
• Pass on all pertinent information regarding a child’s day, including important paperwork, to responsible staff when absent at pick‑up.
• Complete incident reports for illnesses, injuries, or incidents and notify the team leader; share information with families when applicable.
• Keep the team leader and senior teacher informed of any problems concerning children, staff, or families.
• Notify team leader and senior teacher of urgent matters, including serious illness, injury, staff misconduct, or licensing violations.
• Assist in maintaining consistent, Reggio‑inspired classroom environments.
• Utilize center materials and supplies responsibly, safely, and engagingly; return them to proper storage after use.
• Seek assistance from the team leader or curriculum coach when needed.
• Request supplies at least one week in advance.
• Serve meals and snacks in compliance with CACFP guidelines and Kentucky childcare regulations; clean up after meals.
• Acknowledge all children’s allergies and medical alerts; communicate changes.
• Respond to all electronic communications from CDC leadership promptly.
• Assist in implementing at least one CDC family event per school year.
• Work a four‑hour shift at the SJCH Annual Picnic and attend a family event.
• Obtain all required staff development and training.
• Attend CDC department meetings and contribute to decision‑making.
• Safely evacuate children during emergencies and perform name‑to‑face counts before, during, and after drills.
• Be flexible in daily classroom placement and accommodate staffing needs as directed.
• Report urgent building maintenance or custodial issues to the team leader.
• Keep classroom and shared spaces clean, safe, and clutter‑free.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma (or equivalent) required.
• Experience working with children ages 0‑5 preferred but not required.

Nice To Haves

• Shift preferences: (1) Monday‑Friday 8.5‑hour shifts between 7 AM and 6 PM, or (2) 7:30 AM‑6 PM up to 4 days per week.
• $500.00 Retention Bonus ($250 after 90 days and $250 after 6 months of satisfactory service).

Benefits

• Full benefits package including:
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• 401(k)/403(b) Plan
• Short Term Disability
• Long Term Disability
• Paid Vacation Days
• Paid Sick/Personal Days
• Child Care Discount