Future Opening: Floater Assistant Teacher

THE ASTOUNDING ACADEMY LLC; United States; On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Supportive school culture

Consistent hours

On-the-job training

Growth opportunities

Paid holidays and time off

Job summary

The Astounding Academy LLC is seeking a reliable Floater Assistant Teacher to support classrooms throughout the day. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with children of all ages and thrives in a fast-paced team environment.

Responsibilities include assisting lead teachers, changing diapers, cleaning classrooms, covering breaks, and engaging children across age groups. Compensation is $16.00 per hour with consistent hours and on-the-job training opportunities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; CDA or Early Childhood coursework is a plus.
• Experience in a group setting with children preferred.
• Must be flexible, punctual and have a positive attitude.
• Able to lift 30 lbs and move around during the day.
• Must pass background checks and meet state licensing requirements.
• CPR/First Aid certified (or willing to obtain on hire).

Responsibilities

• Provide support in multiple classrooms ranging from infants to Pre-K.
• Assist lead teachers in supervising and engaging children during activities.
• Change diapers and assist with toileting and hygiene as needed.
• Maintain clean and organized classroom environments including cleaning tasks.
• Cover teacher breaks and staff absences as needed.
• Aid with mealtime routines, naptime supervision, and activity transitions.
• Follow all health, safety, and licensing guidelines.
• Be flexible and willing to jump in where help is needed most.

Skills

Flexible

Punctual

Positive attitude

Ability to lift 30 lbs

Education

High school diploma or GED

CDA or Early Childhood coursework

Job description

Job Description
We are currently hiring a reliable and flexible Floater Assistant Teacher to support our classrooms throughout the day. This position is perfect for someone who enjoys working with children of all ages and thrives in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. The ideal candidate is dependable, nurturing, and willing to assist wherever needed — whether it’s changing diapers, covering breaks, cleaning classrooms, or engaging with children.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide support in multiple classrooms ranging from infants to Pre-K
• Assist lead teachers in supervising and engaging children during activities
• Change diapers and assist with toileting and hygiene as needed
• Maintain clean and organized classroom environments, including cleaning tasks
• Step in to cover teacher breaks and staff absences
• Help with mealtime routines, naptime supervision, and transitions between activities
• Follow all health, safety, and licensing guidelines
• Be willing to jump in where help is needed most — flexibility is key!

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED (CDA or Early Childhood coursework is a plus)
• Experience working with children in a group setting preferred
• Must be flexible, punctual, and have a positive attitude
• Able to lift 30 lbs and actively move around throughout the day
• Must pass all background checks and meet state licensing requirements
• CPR/First Aid certified (or willing to obtain upon hire)

What We Offer

• Supportive and welcoming school culture
• Consistent hours and schedule if applicable
• On-the-job training and growth opportunities
• Opportunity to work across age groups and gain valuable experience
• Paid holidays, time off, and more

Compensation: $16.00 per hour

About Us

The Astounding Academy is a learning establishment that provides premier high quality early education and childhood experiences for children and their families. Our leadership team and school staff partner with our parents to help their child develop a solid learning foundation that they can use throughout their life. Our goal is to make sure that each and every scholar from birth to pre k is prepared on or above the expected kindergarten level.

Core Values
Education We believe ongoing education and advocacy promotes positive early learning experiences, providing all children the opportunity to succeed.

Respect We believe respect is essential to building the relationships that are critical to success and optimizing the talents and diversity of our families and partners.

Integrity We believe integrity is the bedrock of a trustworthy organization which promotes effective relationships and assures mindful stewardship of state resources.

Mission We believe in the value and uniqueness of each child and family we serve. As caregivers and educators, our mission is to provide a safe and developmentally appropriate learning environment, which prepares our students for kindergarten readiness and fosters a child’s natural instinct to explore, discover, create, and become a lifelong learner.

Philosophy We believe that in the right environment a child’s natural curiosity and creativity leads to endless opportunities to grow in knowledge and develop a love of learning. We provide that environment at The Astounding Academy by making it a safe and nurturing place where your child will be encouraged to build, splash, dash, pretend and create their way to exciting discoveries about the world around them.