Multi-Classroom Floater Teacher

Acquire4Hire; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 19,286 - 24,796; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted childcare services

Paid holidays

Personal days

Two weeks of paid vacation

Referral incentives

Job summary

Lotus Learning Center in Nashville is seeking a Multi-Classroom Floater Teacher to support Lead and Assistant Teachers and ensure a safe, joyful learning environment. You will build positive relationships with children and families while delivering quality early childhood programming.

The role reports to the Program Director and requires a High School Diploma; CDA preferred. CPR/First Aid and ability to lift 40 pounds are required, withFriday–afternoon start times and full-time hours.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma is required; CDA credential preferred.
• 1-2 years of professional child care experience preferred.
• Infant/Child CPR and First Aid certification.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds.
• Must pass full background check and health screening.
• Nice-to-haves include energy, communication, and basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise toddlers and preschoolers during breaks or absences.
• Form nurturing, responsive relationships with children and families.
• Engage children to foster joy in learning.
• Prepare and deliver snacks safely to classrooms.
• Maintain hygiene and safety of the kitchen per licensing requirements.
• Collaborate with closing team for daily cleaning and setup for next day.
• Monitor learning environments for safety and cleanliness.
• Participate in staff meetings and professional development opportunities.

Skills

High energy

Flexibility

Communication

Basic computer skills

Child development knowledge

Education

High School Diploma

CDA credential

Job description

General Position Description

Multi-Classroom Floater Teachers help to create a safe, peaceful, and joyful learning environment. They develop positive relationships with children and families and assist with implementing a quality educational program.

About This Role

This position reports to the Program Director.

Employment Type

Full-time (Monday to Friday) - 10:00 to 6:00 shift

About Us

Lotus Learning Center is a new early childhood program in the East Nashville, North Nashville, and Madison area.

What You'll Do

• Supervise toddlers and preschool-age children during Lead and Assistant Teachers' breaks or absences
• Form nurturing and responsive relationships with children
• Meaningfully engage with children to foster joy in learning
• Safely and efficiently prepare and deliver snacks to classrooms
• Maintain hygiene and safety of kitchen in according with state licensing requirements
• Collaborate with closing team to complete daily cleaning tasks & prepare the center for the upcoming day
• Monitor indoor and outdoor learning environments for safety and cleanliness
• Participate in and contribute to staff meetings and opportunities for professional development

Requirements

• High School Diploma (required) and Child Development Associate (CDA) credential (preferred)
• 1-2 years of professional child care experience (preferred)
• Infant/Child CPR and First Aid certification
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds
• Must clear full background check and pass health screening

Nice To Haves

• High energy and flexibility to adapt to the needs of a growing center
• Strong oral and written communication skills and basic computer skills
• Strong understanding of child development

Benefits

• Discounted fee for childcare services
• Paid holidays
• Personal days
• Two weeks of paid vacation (one week during winter, one week during summer)
• Referral and retention incentives

About Us

Lotus Learning Center is a new family-owned and operated early childhood program in the East Nashville, North Nashville, and Madison area! At Lotus, we nourish children's creativity and promote their holistic development. Our emergent curriculum emphasizes play-based and project-based learning that aligns with children's unique interests.