Head Start Floater: Classroom Sub & Growth Support

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

Job summary

Community Action of South Mississippi is seeking a Floater to act as a classroom substitute during staff absences. This role involves supervising and supporting children's growth and learning in a safe classroom environment. Responsibilities include assisting teachers with classroom activities, lifting children when necessary, and providing a secure setting. A High School Diploma or GED is required, along with customer service skills and the ability to work actively with children. The candidate must obtain a Child Development Associate (CDA) within eighteen months of employment.

Qualifications

• Must possess good communication and speaking skills.
• Must be able to lift children weighing 50 pounds or more.
• Must have the ability to supervise and monitor children at all times.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a classroom substitute when regular staff is absent.
• Provide opportunities for children's physical and cognitive growth.
• Assist the teacher with quality classroom activities.

Skills

Communication skills

Supervisory skills

Customer service skills

Physical activity tolerance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Child Development Associate (CDA)

Job description

Community Action of South Mississippi is seeking a Floater to act as a classroom substitute during staff absences. This role involves supervising and supporting children's growth and learning in a safe classroom environment. Responsibilities include assisting teachers with classroom activities, lifting children when necessary, and providing a secure setting. A High School Diploma or GED is required, along with customer service skills and the ability to work actively with children. The candidate must obtain a Child Development Associate (CDA) within eighteen months of employment.