School Floater

Timberline Learning Center; Breckenridge (CO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Birthday PTO

EPIC ski pass

Wellness benefit

HRA

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Time

Vision

Dental

Childcare Discount

Job summary

Timberline Learning Center in Breckenridge, Colorado, seeks a School Floater to support teaching teams in delivering a play-based daily program grounded in Reggio Emilia philosophy.

You will provide flexible coverage across classrooms, assist with routines and materials, and collaborate with staff to create safe, nurturing environments for children aged 0-6. A background check, full-time availability, and commitment to ongoing growth are required.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of experience working with children ages 0-6.
• Full-time, year-round availability.
• Stable housing in Summit County or surrounding areas.
• Ability to pass comprehensive background check (fingerprinting and child abuse registry).
• Growth mindset with commitment to ongoing professional development.
• Strong communication skills (oral, written, and digital).
• Demonstrated flexibility, problem-solving abilities, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide flexible support and coverage in multiple classrooms daily.
• Transition between age groups as needed, providing consistent and reliable support.
• Create safe, nurturing, and stimulating environments.
• Maintain the aesthetics and cleanliness of classrooms and common spaces.
• Support children with diaper changes/toileting, nap time routines, and during meals.
• Assist teachers in the implementation of daily flow, provocations, and routines.
• Prepare materials and environments that respond to children's interests and developmental needs.
• Provide intentional, attuned supervision that honors each child's unique journey and contributions.
• Use positive, developmentally appropriate guidance strategies.
• Model effective learning and behavioral approaches.
• Engage in daily communication with the teaching team to share observations and ideas.
• Build authentic, supportive partnerships with children, families, and colleagues.
• Participate in reflective practice and collaborative professional learning.
• Sets professional learning goals and works collaboratively with Instructional Coach and Mentor.
• Contribute positively to a respectful, inclusive workplace culture

Skills

Child development

Full-time availability

Strong communication

Flexible

Background check ready

Education

Early childhood coursework

CPR & First Aid certified

Colorado Shines Level 2 Credential

Education-related degree

Job description

School Floater

Position Purpose

To foster children's growth as learners by supporting teaching teams in delivering a responsive, play-based daily program grounded in the Reggio Emilia philosophy.

Core Responsibilities

Classroom Support & Learning Environment

• Provide flexible support and coverage in multiple classrooms daily
• Transition between age groups as needed, providing consistent and reliable support
• Create safe, nurturing, and stimulating environments
• Maintain the aesthetics and cleanliness of classrooms and common spaces
• Support children with diaper changes/toileting, nap time routines, and during meals

• Assist teachers in the implementation of daily flow, provocations, and routines
• Prepare materials and environments that respond to children's interests and developmental needs

Child Guidance & Development

• Provide intentional, attuned supervision that honors each child's unique journey and contributions
• Use positive, developmentally appropriate guidance strategies
• Model effective learning and behavioral approaches

Collaboration & Communication

• Engage in daily communication with the teaching team to share observations and ideas
• Build authentic, supportive partnerships with children, families, and colleagues
• Participate in reflective practice and collaborative professional learning
• Sets professional learning goals and works collaboratively with Instructional Coach and Mentor
• Contribute positively to a respectful, inclusive workplace culture

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of experience working with children ages 0-6
• Full-time, year-round availability
• Stable housing in Summit County or surrounding areas
• Ability to pass comprehensive background check (fingerprinting and child abuse registry)
• Growth mindset with commitment to ongoing professional development
• Strong communication skills (oral, written, and digital)
• Demonstrated flexibility, problem-solving abilities, and organizational skills

Preferred

• Coursework in Early Childhood Education
• Colorado Shines PDIS Level 2 Credential or above
• Current CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain within 30 days)
• Associates degree or higher in education or an education-related field
• Familiarity with Reggio Emilia Approach, Project Approach, or play-based learning philosophies

Schedule, Salary & Benefits

Staff positions are year-round. TLC offers nine paid holidays, including: New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day (and the Friday following), Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, and a Floating Holiday. Compensation will be based on education, experience, and performance as outlined in the Colorado Shines Professional Development Information System (PDIS). Timberline's salary range starts at $22/hr.+ depending upon experience. Timberline offers comprehensive benefits to full-time employees (i.e., Birthday PTO, EPIC ski pass, Wellness benefit, Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA), Paid Vacation, Paid Sick Time, Vision, Dental, Childcare Discount).

Program Description

Timberline Learning Center is an early childhood school located in Breckenridge, Colorado, for children ages six weeks to six years old. Timberline’s mission is to educate by cultivating the wonder of learning through meaningful partnerships.