Full-Time Center Float

UB Child Care Center; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 22,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off (PTO)

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

UB Child Care Center on a university campus in Buffalo, NY is seeking a dependable Full-Time Center Float Teacher. You will assist Lead Teachers across infant, toddler, and preschool rooms, supporting daily routines and ensuring a safe, engaging learning environment.

You will supervise activities, help with meals and diapering, and adapt to changing classroom needs, joining a collaborative team dedicated to high-quality early care and education.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to work with children from infants through preschool.
• Dependable, patient, and team-oriented.
• Adaptable to different classroom environments and routines.

Responsibilities

• Assist Lead Teachers with daily activities, routines, and supervision.
• Work in infant, toddler, and preschool rooms as needed.
• Provide coverage for staff breaks and absences.
• Maintain a safe, nurturing, and engaging learning environment.
• Support age-appropriate activities for social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development.
• Assist with meals, diapering, toileting, nap time, and transitions.
• Maintain classroom cleanliness and sanitation standards.
• Follow NYS childcare regulations and center policies.
• Communicate professionally with children, families, and coworkers.
• Be flexible with classroom assignments throughout the day.

Skills

Team player

Adaptable

Dependable

Collaborative

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education

Current CDA credential

Job description

We are seeking a dependable, caring, and flexible Full-Time Center Float Teacher to join our childcare center located on a university campus. Our center is NAEYC accredited and participates in Quality Stars. We offer a friendly, supportive work environment where staff work together to provide high-quality care and education for young children.

The ideal candidate will enjoy working with children of different ages, be adaptable to changing classroom needs, and have a positive, team-oriented attitude.

Job Responsibilities

• Assist Lead Teachers with daily classroom activities, routines, and supervision.
• Work in various classrooms, including infant, toddler, and preschool rooms, based on the center's daily staffing needs.
• Provide coverage for staff breaks, absences, and other classroom needs.
• Help maintain a safe, nurturing, and engaging learning environment.
• Assist with age-appropriate activities that support children's social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development.
• Support daily routines, including meals, diapering, toileting, nap time, and classroom transitions.
• Maintain classroom cleanliness, organization, and sanitation standards.
• Follow all NYS childcare regulations and center policies.
• Communicate professionally and positively with children, families, and coworkers.
• Be flexible and willing to adjust classroom assignments throughout the day as needed.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to work with children of various ages, from infants through preschool.
• Dependable, patient, and willing to work as part of a team.
• Ability to adapt to different classroom environments and routines.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field OR
• Current Child Development Associate (CDA) credential.
• Previous experience working in a licensed childcare center.

Schedule

• Full-Time: 40 hours per week
• Monday–Friday
• 8-hour shift scheduled between 7:30 AM and 5:30 PM
• Must be available to work any assigned 8-hour shift within these hours.
• No nights or weekends.

Compensation & Benefits

• Starting pay: $16.25–$17.50 per hour, based on qualifications and experience.
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid time off (PTO)
• 401(k) retirement plan

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to bend, stoop, reach, sit on the floor, and rise from the floor without adult assistance.
• Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds.
• Must be able to actively supervise and engage with children throughout the workday.

Join Our Team!

Job Type: Full-Time
Pay: $16.25–$17.50 per hour
Work Location: In person