Floater Teacher - OTR

Water Lily Learning Center; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 19,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Long-Term Disability

Short-Term Disability

NexGenEAP

Weekly Pay

11 Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Paid Professional Development

Staff Meetings: Monthly paid meetings

Employee Referral Program

Job summary

Water Lily Learning Center is seeking a Floater Teacher - OTR to provide flexible coverage across infant, toddler, and preschool classrooms at our OTR campus in Cincinnati, OH. You will support lead teachers, maintain required DCY ratios, and ensure uninterrupted high-quality care.

You will work with a collaborative team, adhere to safety standards, and contribute to a positive learning environment for children and families in the OTR area.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; CDA/EC coursework or associate degree preferred.
• Prior experience in a licensed childcare or early education setting strongly preferred.
• Current CPR and First Aid certification required prior to working with children.
• Understanding of early childhood development across infant, toddler, and preschool age groups.
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs and support classroom care across all age groups.
• Flexible, reliable, and calm under the demands of a multi-classroom support role.
• Must meet all Ohio DCY employment eligibility requirements including applicable clearances.

Responsibilities

• Support classroom routines, transitions, and Creative Curriculum activities across all OTR age groups.
• Supervise children during meals, rest, outdoor time, and daily transitions.
• Maintain Ohio DCY health, safety, and sanitation standards across every OTR classroom.
• Assist with diapering, toileting, handwashing, and classroom clean-up as needed.
• Prepare materials and support lesson execution for OTR lead teachers.
• Communicate professionally with OTR staff and families across all classrooms throughout the day.
• Adapt quickly to coverage needs and move between rooms based on ratio and scheduling requirements.
• Follow all Water Lily Learning Center, DCY, and Step Up to Quality Gold policies and procedures.

Skills

CPR & First Aid certification

Early childhood development knowledge

Communication with staff & families

Team flexibility & resilience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CDA / ECE coursework / Associate degree preferred

Job description

| Gold-Rated Step Up to Quality | Full-Time | OTR Cincinnati OH 45214 | Benefits Included

About Water Lily Learning Center

Water Lily Learning Center - OTR is a Gold-rated Step Up to Quality program in Cincinnati's Over-the-Rhine neighborhood. We provide high-quality care and education to children from infancy through preschool using the Creative Curriculum. Our OTR staff is collaborative, mission-driven, and committed to every child's safety and success.

Position Summary

The Floater Teacher - OTR provides flexible coverage and consistent support across infant, toddler, and preschool classrooms at our OTR campus. This is a critical role that maintains required DCY ratios and ensures uninterrupted, high-quality care across the center. You will work alongside lead and assistant teachers, bringing reliability and a broad understanding of early childhood practice to every classroom you enter.

Key Responsibilities

• Support classroom routines, transitions, and Creative Curriculum activities across all OTR age groups
• Supervise children during meals, rest, outdoor time, and daily transitions
• Maintain all Ohio DCY health, safety, and sanitation standards across every OTR classroom
• Assist with diapering, toileting, handwashing, and classroom clean-up as needed
• Prepare materials and support lesson execution for OTR lead teachers
• Communicate professionally with OTR staff and families across all classrooms throughout the day
• Adapt quickly to coverage needs and move between rooms based on ratio and scheduling requirements
• Follow all Water Lily Learning Center, DCY, and Step Up to Quality Gold policies and procedures

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; CDA, ECE coursework, or Associate degree preferred
• Prior experience in a licensed childcare or early education setting strongly preferred
• Current CPR and First Aid certification required prior to working with children
• Understanding of early childhood development across infant, toddler, and preschool age groups
• Ability to work on your feet, lift up to 40 lbs, and support classroom care across all age groups
• Flexible, reliable, and calm under the demands of a multi-classroom support role
• Must meet all Ohio DCY employment eligibility requirements including applicable clearances

Schedule and Compensation

• Full-time, Monday through Friday
• $14-$16/hr based on experience and qualifications
• Health, dental, and retirement benefits included
• Paid professional development and training

Health and Wellness Benefits:

• Health Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• Long-Term Disability
• Short-Term Disability
• NexGenEAP (Employee Assistance Program)
• Working Advantage (Employee Discount and Reward Program)
• Balance Care
• FinFit Financial Wellness
• Cancer Advocate
• Long-Term Care Insurance
• Pay on Demand
• Staff Meetings:Monthly paid meetings
• 11 Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off (PTO):
• Paid Professional Development
• Weekly Pay
• Employee Referral Program
• Plus More

Why Join Water Lily?

• Work inside a Gold-rated, high-quality early childhood program in Over-the-Rhine
• Paid professional development with exposure to curriculum across multiple age groups
• Supportive leadership and a strong culture of teamwork at the OTR campus
• Broad classroom experience that accelerates career growth in early childhood education
• Make a meaningful daily impact on children and families across the entire OTR center