Head Start Floater: Classroom Sub & Growth Champion

Community Action of South Mississippi; Ocean Springs (MS); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A community action organization in Ocean Springs, Mississippi, seeks a Floater to serve as a classroom substitute when regular staff is absent. The role involves assisting teachers with classroom activities, supervising children, and ensuring safe environments. A High School Diploma or GED is required, along with a commitment to obtain a Child Development Associate certification. Ideal candidates will have prior experience working with toddlers and preschoolers, strong communication abilities, and superior customer service skills.

Qualifications

• Must obtain Child Development Associate (CDA) within eighteen (18) months of start date.
• Six (6) months experience working with toddlers and preschool-age children preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a classroom substitute when regular staff is absent.
• Assist teachers in providing quality classroom activities.
• Supervise and enhance services provided to children.

Skills

Customer service skills

Communication skills

Ability to supervise and monitor children

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Office technology

Job description

A community action organization in Ocean Springs, Mississippi, seeks a Floater to serve as a classroom substitute when regular staff is absent. The role involves assisting teachers with classroom activities, supervising children, and ensuring safe environments. A High School Diploma or GED is required, along with a commitment to obtain a Child Development Associate certification. Ideal candidates will have prior experience working with toddlers and preschoolers, strong communication abilities, and superior customer service skills.