Head Start Floater: Classroom & Kitchen Support

Porter-Leath; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Porter-Leath seeks a Site Floater to support our Head Start program under the Site Manager. The role includes substitute teaching, maintaining kitchen operations, keeping facilities clean, and ensuring children are well fed.

The position requires a High School diploma (CDA preferred) and experience with preschoolers; CPR/First Aid are a plus. The floater will assist with health, nutrition, education, and family support services, contributing to a safe and enriching environment.

Qualifications

• High School diploma required; CDA preferred.
• Associate degree or higher in Early Childhood Education preferred.
• Two years of relevant work experience with preschoolers (3-5 years).
• CPR and First Aid certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides classroom coverage for Teachers and Assistant Teachers when they are absent.
• Assists in delivering health, nutrition, education, and family support services.
• Supports daily education procedures to meet children's emotional, social, intellectual and physical needs.
• Prepares and serves meals according to menu and USDA guidelines.
• Maintains records of attendance and meal counts.

Skills

Preschool experience

Education

High School diploma

CDA

Associate’s degree or higher in Early Childhood Education

Tools

CPR Certification

First Aid Certification

Job description

Porter-Leath seeks a Site Floater to support our Head Start program under the Site Manager. The role includes substitute teaching, maintaining kitchen operations, keeping facilities clean, and ensuring children are well fed.

The position requires a High School diploma (CDA preferred) and experience with preschoolers; CPR/First Aid are a plus. The floater will assist with health, nutrition, education, and family support services, contributing to a safe and enriching environment.