Floater Lead Teacher

The Floater Lead Teacher is a supportive team member, accountable for continuing to support children when others are absent. This individual is responsible for covering breaks, assisting classroom teachers, and keeping a clean classroom environment. This individual is expected to provide guidance, training, and assistance in the classroom and throughout the center. The Floater Teacher - Lead is assigned to a classroom as needed and must be ready to shift to another classroom and/or environment as the situation requires. This individual will assist teaching staff with the implementation of the curriculum in the classroom. The Floater Teacher - Lead reports to the Assistant Director and regularly consults with the Assistant Director to address risks and issues.The Floater Teacher - Lead may be asked to step in long term to cover a Lead Teacher extended absence. At that time, the Floater Teacher - Lead would cover responsibilities outlined in the Lead Teacher job description, such as lesson planning, parent communication/conferences, etc. Starting salary is in the range of $48,153 to $56,650 per year, based on expertise. Responsibilities:Monitoring child attendanceGreeting children and parents pleasantly and appropriately and ensuring a smooth transition into the classroomFollowing lesson plansWorking with Lead and Associate teachers on lesson planningAssisting in the preparation of instructional materials and learning aidesSupervising children and providing guidance to them on tasksPromoting social, emotional, and language development of children in the classroomSupporting screenings, assessments, and ongoing evaluation of child's developmental level of progressAssisting in implementing specialized learning plans for students (Individual Education Plan IEPs etc.)Assisting in tracking child progressMaintaining a safe and healthy classroom environment through continued awareness of classroom activitiesKeeping equipment and materials necessary for activities in good conditionUnderstanding CHS performance standardsUpholding CHS standards and procedures within the classroomAttending teaching workshops and meetingsGiving feedback to staff where applicableCollaborating with other members of the teaching staff to understand lesson plans and classroom expectationsActing as a role model in the classroom and assisting with classroom duties as neededMaintaining confidentiality as it pertains to program, staff, and familiesOther duties as assignedQualifications:Associate's Degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Elementary Education, or Early Childhood Special Education (Bachelor's Degree Preferred)List C certification in the PA ECE Career Pathway (preferred)3+ years of experience in a similar roleExperience and knowledge in Early ChildhoodEducation program and teaching standards, including code of ethics - NAEYC standards preferredFamiliar with inquiry-based and project approach learning, as well as PBIS strategies preferredDemonstrated understanding of and ability to effectively work with low-income families preferredComfortability with technology including MS Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) and /or willingness to learnExcels at engaging with parents/caregivers, including initiating discussions when necessaryResponsible, enthusiastic, and cares about working in a mission-focused organizationWillingness to be held accountable and receive feedbackExceptional interpersonal skills including the ability to influence, lead, and educate teamsAbility to physically interact with children (e.g., talk, hear, stoop, kneel, crouch, etc.) and lift and or move items of up to 40 poundsAbility to work in a fast-paced environment with changing prioritiesAbility to proactively identify problems and implement solutionsCommitment to the mission and values of CHS and MHS and demonstrated high degree of integrity as all MHS and CHS staff are considered to be role models for childrenU.S. work authorization and successful completion of pre-employment background checks and clearances

Created: 2025-01-03