Full Time Floating Teacher Assistant

Stepping Stones Child Academy; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Stepping Stones Child Academy in Lincoln, Nebraska is hiring a Full-Time Floating Teacher Assistant to support classrooms across ages, from infants to school-age children. This role helps substitute for teachers, cover breaks, and ensure daily routines run smoothly.

The ideal candidate is dependable, flexible, patient, and eager to learn, with teamwork and clear communication with teachers and leadership. Full-time Mon-Fri until 6:00 PM, located at 8080 O Street.

Qualifications

• Previous childcare or similar setting experience.
• Enthusiasm for working with children of varied ages.
• Flexible, dependable, and able to adapt to changing needs.
• Team-oriented with clear communication to teachers and leadership.
• Patient, nurturing, and eager to support child development.
• Full-time availability Monday–Friday until 6:00 PM.
• Willingness to learn and take initiative.

Responsibilities

• Substitute for classroom teachers when absent.
• Provide classroom coverage during teacher breaks.
• Assist teachers with daily activities and routines.
• Work with infants to school-age children across age groups.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized classroom.
• Support children's social, emotional, and developmental needs.
• Assist with transitions, meals, playtime, and routines.
• Assist with closing duties to ensure the center ends at 6:00 PM.

Skills

Flexible

Team player

Patience

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Stepping Stones Child Academy | Lincoln, Nebraska

Position: Full-Time

Schedule: Monday-Friday, with availability until 6:00 PM

Location: 8080 O Street Lincoln, Nebraska

Make a Difference in a Child's Day!

Do you love working with children and enjoy a job where every day brings something new? Stepping Stones Child Academy is looking for a dependable, flexible, and caring Full-Time Floating Teacher Assistant to join our team!

This position is perfect for someone who enjoys working with children of all ages, from infants to school-age children, and is excited to support our teachers and classrooms wherever help is needed. As a floating teacher assistant, you will play an important role in keeping our classrooms running smoothly while helping provide a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment for every child.

Job Responsibilities

• Substitute for classroom teachers when they are absent.
• Provide classroom coverage during teacher breaks.
• Assist teachers with daily classroom activities, routines, and learning experiences.
• Work with children across a variety of age groups, including infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and school-age children.
• Help maintain a safe, clean, and organized classroom environment.
• Support children's social, emotional, and developmental needs.
• Assist with daily transitions, meals, playtime, and other classroom routines.
• Help ensure the center closes smoothly at 6:00 PM, including completing assigned closing duties.

Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who:

• Has previous experience caring for children in a childcare, educational, or similar setting.
• Enjoys working with children of different ages and developmental stages.
• Is flexible, dependable, and comfortable adjusting to changing classroom needs.
• Works well as part of a team and communicates effectively with teachers and leadership.
• Is patient, nurturing, and enthusiastic about supporting children's growth and development.
• Is seeking a full-time position and is available Monday through Friday until 6:00 PM.
• Is willing to learn, take initiative, and jump in wherever extra support is needed.

Why Join Stepping Stones Child Academy?

At Stepping Stones Child Academy, every team member contributes to creating a positive and supportive environment where children can learn, grow, and thrive. As a floating teacher assistant, you will have the opportunity to build relationships with children and staff throughout the center while making a meaningful difference in the daily lives of the families we serve.