Childcare Float - Bilingual Spanish/English

Tierra Encantada•Addison, TX

1d•$16 - $18

About The Position

Tierra Encantada is the leader in Spanish immersion early education and provides high-quality language immersion education to children ages 6 weeks through 6 years of age. As a Childcare Float at you are passionate about nurturing children's growth and creating intentional learning environments that inspire curiosity and development. Tierra Encantada - Windom in Minneapolis, MN is hiring for a Childcare Float to work Monday through Friday, 6:30am to 3:30pm

Requirements

Strong communication skills and be able to communicate effectively with families and co-workers.
Bilingual fluency in English and Spanish
Provide a certificate of completion of an approved pediatric first aid and CPR training within 90 days of hire. Employees are responsible for renewing and maintaining a valid, current CPR and pediatric first aid certification at all times
Must have a respect for diversity and recognize that diversity makes our program better
Must have the ability to complete annual required trainings to ensure providing high-quality early education
Familiarity with childcare licensing requirements, safety protocols, and best practices in early education.

Nice To Haves

CDA
Food Handling Certification
Early Childhood Education experience is strongly preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

Assist with ensuring smooth Center operations which may include covering breaks, absences, and position openings for all positions at center, opening or closing classrooms, cleaning common areas (bathrooms, hallways, lobby, etc), cleaning classrooms, assisting in the kitchen, washing diapers and linens, assisting with daily routines, addressing immediate needs to maintain operational efficiency, and administrative work.
Quickly adapt to the unique needs of each classroom, demonstrating flexibility and the ability to seamlessly transition between age groups and teaching styles.
Assist in implementing the curriculum and maintaining a fun, engaging, and developmentally appropriate environment for all children.
Foster a nurturing and inclusive atmosphere that promotes the well-being and growth of every child.
Maintain open and effective communication with teachers, staff, and leadership to ensure alignment and a collaborative work environment.
Uphold the cleanliness, organization, and safety of the center by assisting with general upkeep and adhering to health and safety standards.
Be a dependable team player by consistently showing up on time, meeting expectations, and proactively addressing challenges with a solutions-oriented mindset.
Participate in required staff meetings, training sessions, and professional development opportunities to stay informed and contribute to the center's success.
Other duties as assigned.