Head Start Floater

Catholic Charities Archdiocese of New Orleans; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 29,501 - 36,056; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

403b? 401k Matching

Indemnity Plans

Company Paid Life Insurance

Company Paid STD & LTD

Wellness Program Incentives

Employee Referral Bonus

EAP

Teladoc

Job summary

Catholic Charities Archdiocese of New Orleans (CCANO) seeks a Floater to support Center Director across classrooms, nutrition, and custodial tasks at Head Start/Early Head Start centers in New Orleans.

The role involves implementing Frog Street Curriculum, observing progress, coordinating with families, and ensuring safe, developmentally appropriate activities. Monday to Friday, day shift, full-time; High School Diploma or CDA preferred with growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of early childhood growth and development and ECE best practices.
• Ability to communicate proficiently in English with children, families, staff and partners.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions and perform mathematics calculations.
• Ability to operate MS Word, MS Outlook, and the internet.
• Knowledge of special needs of families and how to communicate and assist them.

Responsibilities

• Assist in classroom activities and manage the classroom to meet Early Childhood Development Practices.
• Assist in nutrition duties and support family-style meals and menu modifications as needed.
• Perform custodial duties and maintain a clean, safe environment.
• Observe and document children's progress and communicate with families and staff.
• Follow health and safety procedures and comply with program policies.

Skills

Early childhood development

English communication

Classroom management

MS Word

MS Outlook

Computer literacy

TB exam readiness

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma, CDA, or equivalent

Two years Early Childhood experience preferred

Pursuing Associate's Degree in Early Childhood Education

Verbal and written communication skills

Tools

MS Word

MS Outlook

Internet

Office equipment (computer, fax, scanner, copier)

Job description

Who We Are:

We help our neighbors meet immediate needs and face long‑term challenges. We steward our resources with transparency and efficiency. Together, we create a community where everyone is able to live with dignity and hope. Impelled by the love and teaching of Jesus Christ, while respecting the dignity and potential of all people, we collaborate to offer life‑giving programs, advocate for the voiceless and empower the vulnerable to foster a just society. Catholic Charities Archdiocese of New Orleans (CCANO) has been an open door, a warm welcome, dry ground, a defending voice, and a hand up for generations of Louisiana residents. Our shared stories and strong roots help a diverse community stand tall together. Meeting the needs of the whole person is our continued commitment.

What You'll Do:

The Floater works under the supervision of the Center Director. He/she may be assigned to perform duties to include classroom assisting, nutrition, custodial, and clerical. If in the classroom, he/she will manage the classroom in such a way so that all areas reflecting Early Childhood Development Practices are adequately met. He/she will encourage children to: initiate activities, solve problems, explore, experiment, question and learn by doing. If in the kitchen, he/she will prepare food as planned by the Nutrition Coordinator/Consultant and assist in the implementation of family style service of meals, as well as the modification of menus according to the special dietary needs of children. If acting as a custodian, he/she will follow the regular cleaning schedule/duties.

• Knowledge of early childhood growth and development, as well as Early Childhood Education and best practices.
• Ability to communicate proficiently in English with children, families, staff and community agencies and partners.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instruction and make mathematical computations and tabulations.
• Ability to operate modern office equipment (computer, fax, scanner, copier).
• Ability to operate Microsoft Word, Microsoft Outlook, and the internet.
• Knowledge of special needs of families and aware of ways to effectively communicate and assist them.
• Ability to be a mandated reporter for suspected child abuse or neglect.
• Ability to pass a physical exam and TB (Tuberculosis test) yearly.
• Ability to work in another position and at another CCANO Head Start/Early Head Start center when needed.
• Create and maintain a developmentally appropriate learning environment using the Frog Street Curriculum and Head Start Child Outcomes Framework.
• Implement lesson plans developed by the permanent teacher (short‑term substitutes) or develop lesson plans for individual, small group, and large group instruction, including IEP/IFSP goals (long‑term substitutes).
• Observe, document, and monitor children's progress through anecdotal notes, Teaching Strategies Gold (TSG), DRDP documentation, quarterly checkpoints, and parent conferences, as applicable.
• Ensure classroom and playground activities are developmentally appropriate, inclusive of children with special needs, and culturally responsive.
• Follow the daily classroom schedule, balancing child‑initiated and teacher‑directed activities.
• Build positive relationships and communicate effectively with families during daily interactions.
• Maintain a safe, healthy, and sanitary classroom by conducting daily health inspections, monitoring safety, completing accident reports, and following hygiene procedures.

Nutrition Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve nutritious meals and snacks in accordance with CACFP standards, approved menus, and prescribed special diets.
• Ensure proper food preparation, storage, inventory management, and compliance with environmental health requirements.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of the kitchen, equipment, food storage areas, and waste disposal.

Custodial Responsibilities

• Perform routine cleaning duties, including sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, restroom sanitation, and replenishing supplies.
• Maintain clean and orderly facilities by removing trash and ensuring compliance with State Licensing Regulations, Head Start Performance Standards, and agency policies and procedures.

Perks!

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• FSA, HSA
• Indemnity Plans
• 401k Matching
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Company Paid STD & LTD
• Wellness Program Incentives
• Employee Referral Bonus
• EAP
• Teladoc and sooo much more!

What You'll Bring

• High School Diploma, CDA, or an equivalent to a CDA
• Two years Early Childhood experience strongly preferred
• Ability to work continuously toward an Associate's Degree in Early Childhood Education
• Proven proficiency in verbal and written communication skills

Schedule

• Monday thru Friday
• Day Shift
• Full‑Time

Let's Talk Money!

• $32,779 Annually
• Exempt

The Catholic Charities Archdiocese of New Orleans is an Equal Opportunity Employer At the CCANO , we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital status, veteran service, genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. The CCANO expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment based on any of the characteristics listed here. Improper interference with the ability of CCANO employees to perform their expected job duties is absolutely not tolerated. The CCANO complies with applicable state and local laws governing non‑discrimination in employment in every location in which CCANO has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

All candidates for employment with CCANO must submit to a criminal records check as a condition of employment.

New employees will be required to complete a criminal background check prior to employment.

Compliance with the State of LA Child Protection Act and Archdiocese Policy on Abuse and Neglect, to provide for the safety and security of all clients served by CCANO programs.

Certain programs require additional background checks in addition to the Archdiocesan check. These may include the "State Police Check " and The Department of Education.