Versatile Floater Teacher for Early Learning

Children's Nest Day School; Land O' Lakes (FL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitve pay rates and opportunities

Employee childcare discounts

Paid Training

CDA Tuition Reimbursment

401 K

Job summary

Kiddie Academy of Lutz is seeking a dynamic Floater Teacher to support multiple classroom environments and ages, partnering with our Life Essentials curriculum to provide hands-on, play-based learning experiences.

You will assist lead teachers with lesson planning, implement activities across literacy, math, PE, and SEL, and maintain a positive, inclusive classroom that supports every child’s growth.

Qualifications

• Prior experience working with children in daycare, preschool, or private school settings is highly preferred.
• Willingness to complete 45 Hours DCF Training within the first 3 months of hiring.
• Strong communication skills to effectively collaborate with colleagues, families and engage with young learners.
• Demonstrated understanding of childhood development principles and behavior management strategies.
• Ability to adapt quickly to different classroom environments while maintaining professionalism and enthusiasm for teaching.

Responsibilities

• Provide flexible classroom coverage across multiple age groups, including toddlers, preschoolers, and early elementary students, ensuring continuity of learning and care.
• Assist lead teachers with lesson planning, and curriculum implementation with engaging activities that promote literacy education, math skills, physical education, and social-emotional learning.
• Support classroom management by encouraging positive behavior management strategies and creating a safe, inclusive environment for all children.
• Work closely with children to support their individual needs, including those requiring special education or early intervention services.
• Maintain open communication with staff and parents to update on student progress, behavior, and classroom activities.
• Uphold standards of child welfare and safety by adhering to all licensing regulations, daycare policies, and best practices in childhood development.
• Contribute to classroom organization, including preparing materials for lessons and maintaining a clean, welcoming space conducive to learning.

Skills

Classroom coverage

Communication

Adaptability

Child development

Professionalism

Job description

Kiddie Academy of Lutz is seeking a dynamic Floater Teacher to support multiple classroom environments and ages, partnering with our Life Essentials curriculum to provide hands-on, play-based learning experiences.

You will assist lead teachers with lesson planning, implement activities across literacy, math, PE, and SEL, and maintain a positive, inclusive classroom that supports every child’s growth.