Floater Teacher

Options for Learning

California (MO)

On-site

USD 39,000 - 52,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Mileage reimbursement

Supplemental pay for floater

Medical/dental/vision benefits

Retirement plan

Job summary

Options for Learning is seeking a dedicated preschool/School-age floater to support teaching staff across multiple San Gabriel Valley sites. You will implement curriculum, supervise a classroom, and ensure a safe, engaging learning environment for enrolled children.

Responsibilities include planning activities, developing individual plans, supervising assistants, and collaborating with families. This role requires flexibility across sites and adherence to program policies.

Qualifications

Child development credential/permit required.
Associate degree in child development or 24/16 unit split per age group.
Three semester units in administration with at least a C grade.
Current pediatric CPR and pediatric first aid certifications.
Health screening and TB clearance.
Immunization proof for TDap, MMR, whooping cough, and annual flu.
Live scan background check.
Mandated reporter training.
English communication (written and spoken).
California driver’s license and access to a car (preferred).
Spanish/Cantonese/Mandarin/Vietnamese languages are a plus.

Responsibilities

Plan and implement classroom activities based on curriculum.
Prepare individual education plans for each child.
Supervise and interact with children positively.
Develop and maintain learning centers reflecting children’s interests.
Provide a safe, clean, and well-supervised environment.
Assist education supervisor as needed.
Attend required trainings and staff meetings.
Recruit/supervise parents and volunteers.
Support full enrollment and participate in recruitment.

Skills

English communication

Spanish (preferred)

Cantonese (preferred)

Mandarin (preferred)

Vietnamese (preferred)

Driver's license

Education

Associate degree in child development

24 units in child development

16 units in general education

3 semester units in administration

Tools

CPR certification (pediatric)

First aid certification (pediatric)

Job description

Description

About our organization

At Options for Learning, we partner with children, families, educators, and communities to create strong foundations for lifelong success. Since 1981, we have provided quality early learning and school-age programs, family support services, and child care resources designed to meet the evolving needs of the communities we serve.

Our work is rooted in relationships and guided by our values of integrity, compassion, respect, curiosity, and nurturing. These values shape how we support families, collaborate with one another, and respond to the changing needs of our communities every day.

Every interaction — whether with a family seeking guidance, a child entering a classroom, or a team member working behind the scenes — is an opportunity to create a positive and meaningful experience grounded in trust, empathy, and service.

Serving communities throughout the San Gabriel Valley, Whittier, Pomona Valley, and Northeast Los Angeles, our team is united by a shared commitment to continuous learning, strong partnerships, and helping children and families thrive.

At Options for Learning, employees are more than team members. They are trusted partners in work that makes a meaningful difference for children, families, and the communities we serve.

About this position

This position supports other teaching staff by implementing curriculum and facilitating enriching classroom experiences, while ensuring a safe and caring environment for children enrolled in the organization's Early Learning or School-age programs. The floater will substitute, as needed, in the absence of the regular teacher and/or provide additional classroom support in various locations. This role is responsible for following organization policies, providing supervision for enrolled children, and maintaining a quality program.

Please note: Assignments will be based on program needs. Locations may vary throughout the areas throughout the San Gabriel Valley.

What you'll be doing

Planning and implementing classroom activities, based on program-specific curriculum;
Preparing and implementing an individual educational plan for each child;
Supervising and interacting with children in a positive manner;
Developing and maintaining learning centers which reflect the interests and needs of the children enrolled in the program;
Providing a wide variety of experiences for children, with an emphasis on active learning;
Providing a well-supervised and safe environment;
Using sensitivity and good judgment when interacting with children, parents and staff;
Reading, following and implementing all organization and program policies and procedures;
Encouraging language development and respect for language diversity in classroom and community;
Facilitating monthly site staff meetings;
Supervising the associate teacher and assistant teacher in the classroom;
Accomplishing other duties, as assigned, to create and maintain a quality preschool program;
Working effectively with other team members;
Actively participating in the annual in-service training;
Planning or participating in planning and implementing parents meetings and activities;
Providing a clean and sanitary facility (inside and out) on a daily basis, according to Options center-based checklist;
Recruiting, training and supervising parents and other volunteers;
Promoting full enrollment and participating in recruitment of children as directed;
Accurately completing all assigned paperwork and documentation, on a timely basis, according to organization policies and procedures;
Assisting the education supervisor as needed;
Attending training as required;
Performing other duties as assigned.

What you bring to the table

Child development teacher permit;
Associate degree in child development, or a related field OR 24 units in child development and 16 units in general education (depending on child age group);
Three semester units in administration, with a passing grade of "C" or better;
Current certification in pediatric CPR and pediatric first aid acceptable to Community Care Licensing (Health and Safety Code 1596.866), and to be renewed every 2 years;
Health screening and TB clearance, to be renewed every 5 years;
Must present proof of immunization for TDap, MMR, whooping cough, and yearly influenza (waiver may be accepted for influenza);
Must clear live scan background screening;
Must complete mandated reporter certification training, to be renewed every 2 years;
Ability to communicate in written and oral English correctly and effectively;
A California driver's license, daily use of an automobile, and automobile liability insurance (preferred);
Command of Spanish, Cantonese, Mandarin or Vietnamese (preferred).

What we can offer you

Mileage reimbursement
5% supplemental pay for being floater
Medical/dental/vision for part- and full-time employees (organization pays up to 95% of employee's premiums; prorated for part-time);
Organization-paid and matching retirement plan;
Professional growth opportunities, including free child development courses and college reimbursement;
Generous and flexible PTO;
Organization-wide shutdown from Christmas through New Year's Day;
Dedicated, mission-driven colleagues, and much more!

Job specifications

Reports to the education supervisor
Non-exempt, ten-to-twelve-month position. Depending on site assignment, winter, spring and summer breaks may occur;
Work hours may vary from part-time to full-time. Work schedule will vary, depending on site or classroom assignment;
Organization-wide winter break;
Limited evening or weekend hours may be required;
Employment, responsibilities, compensation and other factors may be affected by changes in governmental regulations, the organization’s contracts, or at organization discretion.

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