Floater Teacher

Catholic Charities Of Central New Mexico; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Catholic Charities Of Central New Mexico seeks a flexible float substitute teacher to cover classrooms across days, shifts, and occasional events. You will support lead teachers to provide a safe, nurturing space where children explore, learn, and grow.

Responsibilities include greeting families, recording children's activities, following licensing standards, and collaborating with staff. Bilingual English/Spanish preferred; background check required.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• 45-hour entry-level course preferred or completed within four (4) months after hire date.
• CDC- Childhood Development Certification preferred. If a certificate is not applicable, a CDC must be obtained within two (2) years after the hire date.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred. Must have the ability to communicate fluently in English.
• Six months to one year of experience in a licensed childcare facility preferred.
• Must pass a state-enforced background check.
• Valid NM driver's license and a clean driving record preferred.
• Basic computer literacy in email usage, word processing and internet navigation.
• Ability to take direction and change direction while taking initiative to contribute to the classroom activities.
• Knowledge and experience on the normal range of development of children.
• Excellent patience and stamina for keeping up with the demands of children of all ages and the program(s) need.
• Strong verbal communication and listening skills to converse with children, fellow professional caregivers and parents or guardians.

Responsibilities

• Fills in classrooms as needed and provides lunch breaks as outlined in the staff's schedule. Encounters children of a variety of ages from six weeks to 12 years.
• Enthusiastically greets and engages with parents at drop-off and pick-up times.
• Maintain a positive relationship with parents and staff.
• Inputs each child's daily activities into an interactive app for parents in a consistent, timely, and accurate manner throughout the day, as needed.
• Create a soft, calm, safe, and loving environment.
• Implement daily scheduled activities for children, focusing on children's interests, Language Development, Social Skills, and Gross Motor/Coordination Skills.
• Ensure the daily care of every child by following all licensing guidelines and implementing all CLC standards.
• Supports cleaning classrooms and preparing materials while the lead teachers engage with students.
• Works cooperatively with and assists Teachers and other staff members.
• Works effectively with CLC personnel members and implements strategic tactics as indicated.
• Adhere to all CLC policies outlined in the New Employee Orientation and Teacher's Handbook.
• Maintains confidentiality.
• Respond appropriately to the cultural differences present among the Agency's service population.
• Incorporate and demonstrate the mission, vision, work, core value and activities of Catholic Charities in a positive manner with all staff, clients and the general public at all times.
• Performs other duties assigned by the supervisor.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Verbal communication

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

45-hour entry-level course

CDC Childhood Development Certification preferred

Job description

The primary responsibility is to be flexible by meeting the specific and unanticipated needs to cover any classroom throughout the day as a substitute teacher. They must be available to work any shift during the hours the agency is open and occasional after-hours events, meetings, and training. Additionally, they will support the classroom teaching team in providing a safe, nurturing environment where children have the opportunity to develop their cognitive, physical, and social-emotional capacity through exploratory play. The floater teacher follows the leadership of the lead teachers to maintain positive expectations and utilize established strategies for a well-organized classroom.

Primary Duties & Essential Functions:

• Fills in classrooms as needed and provides lunch breaks as outlined in the staff's schedule. Encounters children of a variety of ages from six weeks to 12 years.
• Enthusiastically greets and engages with parents at drop-off and pick-up times.
• Maintain a positive relationship with parents and staff.
• Inputs each child's daily activities into an interactive app for parents in a consistent, timely, and accurate manner throughout the day, as needed.
• Create a soft, calm, safe, and loving environment.
• Implement daily scheduled activities for children, focusing on children's interests, Language Development, Social Skills, and Gross Motor/Coordination Skills.
• Ensure the daily care of every child by following all licensing guidelines and implementing all CLC standards.
• Supports cleaning classrooms and preparing materials while the lead teachers engage with students.
• Works cooperatively with and assists Teachers and other staff members.
• Works effectively with CLC personnel members and implements strategic tactics as indicated.
• Adhere to all CLC policies outlined in the New Employee Orientation and Teacher's Handbook.
• Maintains confidentiality.
• Respond appropriately to the cultural differences present among the Agency's service population.
• Incorporate and demonstrate the mission, vision, work, core value and activities of Catholic Charities in a positive manner with all staff, clients and the general public at all times.
• Performs other duties assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications Required:

Education:

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• 45-hour entry-level course preferred or completed within four (4) months after hire date.
• CDC- Childhood Development Certification preferred. If a certificate is not applicable, a CDC must be obtained within two (2) years after the hire date.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred. Must have the ability to communicate fluently in English.

Experience:

• Six months to one year of experience in a licensed childcare facility preferred.
• Must pass a state-enforced background check.
• Valid NM driver's license and a clean driving record preferred.
• Basic computer literacy in email usage, word processing and internet navigation.
• Ability to take direction and change direction while taking initiative to contribute to the classroom activities.
• Knowledge and experience on the normal range of development of children.
• Excellent patience and stamina for keeping up with the demands of children of all ages and the program(s) need.
• Strong verbal communication and listening skills to converse with children, fellow professional caregivers and parents or guardians.
• Passionate about working with children.

Must pass a state-enforced background check.