Floating Daycare Teacher

The Goddard School; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Chicago is seeking a Floater Teacher to create a nurturing environment for young children. The ideal candidate should have a background in Early Childhood Development and be ready to assist with educational programs, cleanliness, and supervision. This full-time position comes with competitive pay and numerous benefits that support both professional growth and well-being.

Benefits

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program

Employee discount

Health insurance

Paid time off

Referral program

Retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Vision insurance

Qualifications

• Ability to understand and support the education program using 'learning through play'.
• Ability to interact closely with children and help with emergencies.
• Willing to clean and sanitize regularly.

Responsibilities

• Assist the lead teacher in various classroom tasks.
• Help ensure children's safety and adhere to emergency procedures.
• Support with food distribution and maintain classroom cleanliness.

Skills

Effective Communication

Crisis Management

Supervision

Education

High School Diploma with at least 12 credits in Early Childhood Development

Child Development Certificate or higher

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Base pay range

$16.00/hr - $20.00/hr

Job Description

An Floating teacher at The Goddard School is responsible for helping to establish and maintain a safe, healthy and nurturing learning environment. A Resource is responsible for working with all the staff members as per the responsibilities assigned by the management.

Qualifications:

A Floater Staff must meet the qualifications of:

• The ability to understand and support the education program using “learning through play” philosophy.
• The ability to interact closely with children at their level, within sight and sound supervision at all times.
• The ability to change children’s diapers and/or assist in toileting (where necessary);
• The ability to communicate effectively and professionally with school personnel, children and parents.
• The ability to handle crisis situations, including assisting in evacuating the building during emergencies.
• The ability to safely walk children from room to room or playground or an outdoor area.
• Willing to clean and sanitize surfaces and learning materials regularly and as needed basis
• Ability to break teachers during nap times while supervising children actively at all times
• Ability to obtain resources to support learning environment in the classrooms
• Ability to use ipads for assisting teachers with daily reports
  
  
  

A Floater Staff must meet one of the following educational requirements:

• High School Diploma with at least 12 credits in Early Childhood Development or related field
• A Child Development Certificate or higher preferred
  
  
  

Responsibilities

The Floater/Assistant teacher’s responsibilities include assisting the lead teacher in implementing the lead teacher’s responsibilities including but, not limited to the following:

• cleaning and sanitizing
• active supervision
• Helping teacher with resources
• Assist food staff with distribution
• Opening and closing Checklists
• Ensure that classroom equipment is in good repair
• Understand and implement The Goddard School emergency procedure(s)
• Promote healthy eating practices at lunch and snack times
• Ensure that children are always within state ratio requirements
• Perform minor cleaning responsibilities (e.g., spills) immediately
• Perform major cleaning during times when children are not present
• Understand and adhere to the GSI Behavior Policy
• Encourage empathetic and respectful feelings for others, as well as the environment, through positive modeling
• Respect cultural and ethnic diversity
• Promote “learning through play” philosophy and educational objectives
  
  
  

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Pay: $16.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance
  
  
  

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday: 7 AM to 1 PM , 11 AM to 3 PM and 2 PM to 6 PM.
  
  
  

Work Location: In person

Each Goddard School location is privately owned and operated by Goddard Franchisor LLC franchisees. The Goddard School franchise owner(s) are the employers at each school, and the franchise owner(s) set their own wage and benefit programs, which vary by location.

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