Job Description

Under the direction of the Early Childhood Director, the Childcare Center Floater/Aide will be responsible for assisting with activities and providing coverage in classrooms, on the playground, during meals, and nap times.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• ·Assists the classroom teacher to implement learning experiences.
• Assists children in accomplishing learning activities.
• Assists in monitoring children during meals, play, and nap time
• Provides coverage for classroom teachers, as needed.
• Relieves teachers and fills in for teacher absences, as needed.
• Assists the classroom teacher to maintain a safe and positive learning environment.
• Participates in required training and workshops, as needed to meet NYS OCFS regulations.
• Performs other duties, as requested.

Requirements

• A high school diploma is required.
• Experience in a childcare setting is preferred.
• A friendly, professional demeanor is required; must have the ability to relate to children and develop positive relationships.
• Excellent communication and multitasking skills.
• Must hold or be able to obtain First Aid, CPR and AED certifications within 30 days of hire; must complete Child Abuse Prevention and Health and Safety course from NYS OCFS within 30 days of hire.
• Must be able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with diverse groups of people representing all social and economic segments of the community.
• Proficiency in office software, as needed.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:  

This position requires the ability to participate in a variety of physical activities; to bend, stoop, kneel, twist, reach, walk, pull, push, sit, or stand for prolonged periods of time. Other physical requirements include the ability to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, have finger dexterity, grasp, perform repetitive motions, talk and hear.

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