Floater Teacher - Head Start/Early Head Start

Indianapolis Public Schools; New Albany (IN); On-site; Part time

Job summary

Indianapolis Public Schools is seeking two Floater Teachers for their Head Start/Early Head Start program in New Albany, IN. The role involves supporting classroom staff, maintaining a safe environment, and engaging with children. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and experience with young children. This part-time position offers a competitive hourly wage and various benefits.

Benefits

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Paid Professional Development

Access to On-site Staff Gym

Qualifications

• Experience working with young children in school or daycare/group settings.
• Reliable and regular attendance to ensure consistency for children and staff.

Responsibilities

• Assist teaching staff in assigned placements, engaging children in activities.
• Maintain a safe and healthy environment for child development.
• Implement effective classroom management strategies.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Computer Proficiency

Education

High School Diploma

Infant/Toddler or Preschool CDA

Job description

Floater Teacher - Head Start/Early Head Start

Indiana Public Schools

Floater Teacher - Head Start/Early Head Start

Indiana Public Schools | New Albany, IN 47150

Floyd County Head Start is looking to add 2 floater teachers to our Head Start Preschool and Early Head Start program! Our floaters provide staff support in the classrooms by covering daily lunch breaks or substituting for full-time staff absences.

Job duties and responsibilities

• Assist teaching staff in assigned placements, including engaging children in planned activities under the direction of classroom staff
• Maintain a safe and healthy environment to support each child's development and learning
• Engage in two-way communication appropriate to each child's level
• Implement effective classroom management strategies, including active supervision
• Participate in all emergency drills
• Follow all health and safety policies and procedures
• Adhere to confidentiality policies in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations and agency policies
• Develop positive relationships with children, staff, and parents

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required; Infant/Toddler or Preschool CDA preferred
• Experience working with young children in school or daycare/group settings
• Reliable and regular attendance to ensure consistency for children and staff
• Ability to work cooperatively within a team
• Proficiency in computer use for communication, data storage, retrieval, and internet access

Schedule

• Position begins in July 2025
• 28 hours per week, Monday-Thursday, 8AM-3PM
• Works and is paid for 40 weeks per year (excluding fall, winter, spring, and summer breaks)

Pay

• $14.90/hour for the first 65 working days, increasing to $15.35/hour upon completion

PTO days earned monthly

Paid snow/emergency closure days – up to five per school year

Paid holidays during scheduled work weeks

Paid professional development opportunities

Staff appreciation and recognition programs

Access to on-site staff gym during non-working hours