Trauma-Informed Preschool Float Teacher

FamilyForward; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Optional short-term disability

Flexible Spending Accounts

Company-paid long-term disability and

Paid time off December 25 to January 1

4-days programming; Fridays off

Education assistance program

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

FamilyForward’s Therapeutic Preschool seeks a dedicated Float Teacher to join a trauma-informed, collaborative team serving three- to six-year-olds with emotional and behavioral needs. You will provide classroom coverage across multiple therapeutic preschool classrooms and help maintain continuity of care within a multidisciplinary team.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s in early childhood education or child development with at least three years of experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in early childhood education or child development required.
• At least three years' experience in ECE; trauma-informed approach preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 45 pounds and physically engage with children.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills; background checks required.

Responsibilities

• Provide classroom coverage across therapeutic classrooms based on staffing needs.
• Adapt to different routines and interventions while maintaining continuity of care.
• Build relationships with children and the classroom team to develop trust.
• Create a play-based, safe environment that supports co-regulation.
• Support Educational and Occupational Therapists during group activities.
• Participate in caregiver conferences and regular case staffing.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety of the classroom environment.

Skills

Bachelors degree in ECE/Child Dev

Trauma-informed interventions

Team collaboration

Strong communication skills

Ability to lift 45 pounds

Education

Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or Child Development

Advanced degree in related field (preferred)

Job description

FamilyForward’s Therapeutic Preschool seeks a dedicated Float Teacher to join a trauma-informed, collaborative team serving three- to six-year-olds with emotional and behavioral needs. You will provide classroom coverage across multiple therapeutic preschool classrooms and help maintain continuity of care within a multidisciplinary team.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s in early childhood education or child development with at least three years of experience.