Full-Time Center Floater: Early Childhood Educator

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

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.