Part Time Floater - PRN

Central Reform Congregation; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Central Reform Congregation is seeking a Part Time Floater - PRN Childcare Educator to support the Center’s classrooms across age ranges 0 to 4. Responsibilities include supervising activities, promoting healthy habits, and maintaining safety.

The Floater works across multiple rooms, assisting with planning age-appropriate activities, and ensuring consistent care within a flexible schedule. Prior childcare experience and CPR/First Aid certification are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate’s degree in Child Development preferred.
• Certification in first aid and CPR is required; recertification as necessary.

Responsibilities

• Supports all classrooms and is assigned as staffing needs dictate.
• Cares for and attends to the needs of children including dressing, feeding, and monitoring activities.
• Plans and organizes games and recreational activities for children in a group setting.
• Teaches activities such as arts and crafts to improve fine and gross motor skills.
• Encourages emotional, social, and physical development and positive self-concept.
• Notifies parents or authorities of concerns when developmental issues are observed.

Skills

Excellent communication

Patience

Child development knowledge

Early childhood teaching

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate’s degree in Child Development (preferred)

Job description

Description

The Nest at CRC: Part Time Floater - PRN

Central Reform Congregation is a vibrant urban Jewish community dedicated to supporting one another in holy ways, pursuing justice and lifelong learning, and providing a shelter of peace.

Job Summary

An early child care educator is responsible for the care and development of young children and infants. An early childcare educator's primary role is to provide a safe, nurturing environment where children can learn and grow. The Floater supports any classroom in the building and therefore, knowledge of the entire age range served (0 to 4) is needed.

Hours: The Center is open between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. All staff will be assigned a schedule, but schedules may change as the needs of the program change. Floating teachers will be assigned on an as-needed basis.

Responsibilities

• Supports all classrooms and is assigned as staffing needs and numbers of children in each classroom dictate.
• Cares for and attends to the needs of children at the facility including dressing, feeding, and monitoring their activities and playtime.
• Plans and organizes games and recreational activities for children in a group setting.
• Plans and teaches activities such as arts and crafts, designed to improve fine and gross motor skills.
• Encourages children’s emotional, social, and physical development, and positive self-concept.
• Monitors signs of emotional and developmental issues in children and notifies parents, guardians, or authorities of concerns when necessary.
• Implements developmentally appropriate disciplinary measures to maintain control in the classroom and facility.
• Teaches children personal and healthy habits such as eating, resting, and personal hygiene.
• Cleans and sanitizes toys, furniture, and play equipment.
• Maintains records on individual children including daily observations, activities, meals served, and medications administered.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Requirements & Skills

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate’s degree preferred in Child Development
• At least one year of related experience is required.
• Certification in first aid and CPR required; must be maintained by obtaining recertification as necessary
• Excellent communication skills with parents, teachers, and other childcare workers.
• Ability to be patient and understanding when working with children and interacting with parents.
• Extensive knowledge of childcare principles and procedures.
• Ability to relate to children and make the childcare facility an enjoyable atmosphere.
• Knowledge of early childhood teaching strategies.

Physical Requirements

• Able to navigate all areas of the school quickly including indoor and outdoor areas.
• Prolonged periods of standing and frequent bending.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at a time.
• Will be exposed to illness-causing bacteria and viruses.