Preschool Care & Learning Floater - Part-Time

YMCA of West Central Florida; Lake Wales (FL); Presencial; USD 21.000 - 22.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

YMCA of West Central Florida in Lake Wales, FL is hiring a Preschool Childcare Educator/Floater to support Infant and VPK classrooms and float as needed. The role emphasizes safe, developmentally appropriate care and adherence to Florida DCF, VPK, YMCA, and Early Learning Coalition standards.

The position requires implementing approved curricula, supervising children, and maintaining documentation. It includes collaborating with the QA Coordinator, participating in family events, and upholding

Formación

• Minimum age 21 years.
• Associate's degree preferred.
• One - two years of childcare, management, or the equivalent.
• CPR, First Aid & AED certifications required within 30 days of employment.
• Complete YMCA of the USA New Employee Orientation e-learning course.
• Complete YMCA Policy and Procedures for New Employees within 60 days of employment.
• Annually complete 10 hours of in-service training for CEU credits.
• 45 DCF Hours must be completed.

Responsabilidades

• Implement the Department of Education-approved curriculum and follow classroom lesson plans.
• Provide developmentally appropriate activities and maintain a safe, clean, and positive classroom environment.
• Actively supervise children at all times and follow DCF health, safety, and ratio requirements.
• Make ongoing, systematic observations and evaluations of each child and maintain required documentation.
• Maintain positive relationships and effective communication with parents and families.
• Participate in parent conferences as assigned.
• Work cooperatively with the Quality Assurance Coordinator and Early Learning Coalition of Polk County during observations, monitoring, and quality‑assurance activities.
• Maintain classroom materials, equipment, and program areas.
• Support the YMCA’s Healthy Eating and Physical Activity (HEPA) standards by encouraging healthy habits and serving as a positive role model.
• Attend and participate in family nights, program activities, staff meetings, and required staff trainings.
• Follow all YMCA, DCF, VPK, and center policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Conocimientos

CPR Certification

First Aid

AED Certification

Childcare Experience

Classroom Supervision

Educación

Associate's degree in early childhood education or related field

Descripción del empleo

YMCA of West Central Florida in Lake Wales, FL is hiring a Preschool Childcare Educator/Floater to support Infant and VPK classrooms and float as needed. The role emphasizes safe, developmentally appropriate care and adherence to Florida DCF, VPK, YMCA, and Early Learning Coalition standards.

The position requires implementing approved curricula, supervising children, and maintaining documentation. It includes collaborating with the QA Coordinator, participating in family events, and upholding