Childcare Support Teacher / Floater - Part Time

$22,880 - $29,120/Yr

The Learner's Nest Academy - Houston, TX

Part-time - Entry Level

Houston, TX

About the position

The Learner's Nest Academy is seeking a part-time Childcare Support Teacher/Floater to join their team in Houston, TX. This role involves facilitating learning and development for children through age-appropriate activities, ensuring their well-being, and maintaining a safe and engaging environment. The ideal candidate should be self-motivated, enthusiastic about working with children, and able to manage classroom dynamics effectively.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate learning and development through age-appropriate activities.
• Promote socialization among children.
• Ensure the overall well-being of children.
• Supervise and monitor children's indoor and outdoor activities.
• Keep records of children's progress, routines, and interests, relaying needed information to parents.
• Assist in preparing food and serving meals.
• Be responsible for the overall supervision and daily class functions of a group of children.
• Observe all rules and regulations at The Learner's Nest Academy and local, state, or national regulatory agencies pertaining to the health, safety, and care of children.
• Implement the approved lesson plans and daily classroom schedule.
• Maintain an attractive, clean, and sterile environment/classroom that encourages children to create, explore, and make decisions with confidence.
• Provide verbal recognition and acceptance to children while setting clear and consistent expectations for behavior.
• Accept responsibility for maintenance and necessary housekeeping duties of the classroom, common use areas, and playgrounds.
• Maintain overall professional personal appearance adhering to the guidelines in The Learner's Nest Academy's employee handbook.
• Assist in other capacities as determined necessary by the Director or designee.

Requirements

• Must be 18+ years old and possess a high school diploma/GED or higher.
• Must be able to pass a criminal background check and fingerprinting.
• First Aid/CPR certification or willingness to become certified.
• Availability to work Monday through Friday.
• 1 year experience within child care (preferred).
• Ability to motivate and engage children and manage behavioral challenges.
• Good judgment and sound decision-making skills.
• Must be a team player with a great attitude.
• Ability to lift and move supplies.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in a childcare setting (preferred).

Benefits

• Free early access to pay through Homebase.