Floater, (Oak Ridge, TN), Little Learning Lab

Emory Valley Center; Oak Ridge (TN); On-site; USD 20,664 - 23,419; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403b retirement plan

Health insurance

Paid time off (PTO)

Life Insurance

401(k) matching

Employee assistance program

Referral Program

Job summary

A community-focused early learning center in Oak Ridge seeks a Floater/Assistant to support children’s development through hands-on learning activities. Responsibilities include assisting teachers, supervising children, and maintaining a welcoming environment. This full-time position offers competitive pay and benefits, including health insurance and a retirement plan.

Qualifications

• Assist in planning and implementing daily activities.
• Monitor safety and well-being of all children.
• Provide diapering, toileting, feeding, and other care as needed.
• Keep the classroom organized and inviting.
• Use consistent routines and positive reinforcement.
• Document daily activities and developmental progress.

Responsibilities

• Assist lead teachers in planning and implementing daily activities.
• Supervise children to ensure safety and well-being.
• Assist with personal care needs as required.
• Maintain a clean, engaging, and welcoming learning environment.
• Encourage positive behaviors and document children’s daily experiences.

Skills

Classroom Engagement

Child Supervision

Personal Care Support

Environment Maintenance

Behavior Guidance

Record-Keeping

Job description

Overview

Floater/Assistant, Oak Ridge, TN, Little Learning Lab (Emory Valley Center). The Early Learning Center and Little Learning Lab in Oak Ridge provide a nurturing, inclusive environment that supports early development through hands-on learning and individualized attention.

Responsibilities

• Assist lead teachers in planning and implementing daily activities.
• Supervise children to ensure safety and well-being.
• Assist with personal care needs as required (e.g., diapering, feeding, toileting).
• Maintain a clean, engaging, and welcoming learning environment.
• Encourage positive behaviors and document children’s daily experiences and developmental progress.

Requirements

• Classroom Engagement: Assist in planning and implementing daily activities.
• Child Supervision: Monitor safety and well-being of all children.
• Personal Care Support: Provide diapering, toileting, feeding, and other care as needed.
• Environment Maintenance: Keep the classroom organized and inviting.
• Behavior Guidance: Use consistent routines and positive reinforcement.
• Record-Keeping: Document daily activities and developmental progress.

Benefits

• 403b retirement plan
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Employee assistance program
• Referral Program

Pay and Schedule

Pay: $15.00 - $17.00 per hour (based on shift and experience).
Hours: Full-time (Mon - Fri).

How to Apply

If you’re interested in applying for the Floater/Assistant role at Emory Valley Center/Early Learning Center, please apply via the links or contact Michelle Whitt at [e-mail].

Equal Employment Opportunity

Emory Valley is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the Center to provide equal employment opportunity to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.