Floater at Preschool

The Learning Experience•Grand Prairie, TX

2d•$13 - $15

About The Position

Floaters at The Learning Experience are ambassadors of happiness, creating opportunities every day that reflect our mission to make a difference in the lives of children, their families and communities. Our passionate teachers use a growth mindset to develop young minds and inspire a love of learning. Role Responsibilities: Create a welcoming, engaging classroom space for young children to learn, play and grow Use a growth mindset to develop young minds and inspire a love of learning Implement our proprietary L.E.A.P. Curriculum®, working with Infants, Toddlers, and/or Preschool children in a way that is consistent with the unique needs of each child. Create a safe, nurturing environment where children can play and learn. Communicate regularly with parents, sharing their children’s latest adventures and achievements through a variety of avenues, including mobile apps and personal discussions. Support your center’s success, partnering with center staff and leadership to achieve goals around enrollment and engagement. Build relationships with families and coworkers and create a dynamic environment where play and learning happen seamlessly. At The Learning Experience, we make early education joyful, engaging and fun so children are happy to learn, play and grow. Our curriculum focuses on the six ages and stages of early childhood development and engages children in hands-on learning activities that encourage them to explore and solve problems at their own rate of development. This forms a foundation for kids to Learn, Play and Grow under the care of our nurturing teachers and staff. At TLE®, we’ve created a full cast of characters that become our little learners’ educators, partners and friends through their preschool education journey. Each character has a unique personality and area of interest and brings learning to life by allowing children to explore the world through fun and imagination.

Requirements

At least 6 months of professional teaching experience preferred
High School Diploma/GED required.
College ECE coursework required
Demonstrated knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices
CPR and First Aid Certification preferred.
Must meet state specific guidelines for the role.
Educational Background: Must have a high school diploma or GED, meet state specific guidelines for role, including, but not limited to, Infant and Toddler ECE component.
Experience: Extended experience in a childcare setting with a history of classroom leadership roles. A deep-rooted passion for early childhood education is essential.
State Compliance: Must meet state specific guidelines for the role, including immunizations, required health and safety training, CPR/ First Aid Certification, and fingerprint clearance through the DOJ.
Caregiving Skills: Proven judgment to identify and address potential risks in a childcare setting.
Physical Resilience: Demonstrates full range of motion to: Stand and walk for extended periods of time without significant discomfort. Ability to safely lift and carry objects weighing up to 40 pounds. Reach, stretch with hands and arms. Climb or balance. Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Use of a stool or ladder to reach high places as necessary. Ability to supervise by sight and sound.

Nice To Haves

CPR and First Aid Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Create a welcoming, engaging classroom space for young children to learn, play and grow
Use a growth mindset to develop young minds and inspire a love of learning
Implement our proprietary L.E.A.P. Curriculum®, working with Infants, Toddlers, and/or Preschool children in a way that is consistent with the unique needs of each child.
Create a safe, nurturing environment where children can play and learn.
Communicate regularly with parents, sharing their children’s latest adventures and achievements through a variety of avenues, including mobile apps and personal discussions.
Support your center’s success, partnering with center staff and leadership to achieve goals around enrollment and engagement.
Build relationships with families and coworkers and create a dynamic environment where play and learning happen seamlessly.
Ensure that children are safe and that their everyday needs are met – this may include diapering, dressing, grooming, and feeding.
Model and encourage good social skills, e.g. strong communication and conflict-resolution skills.
Ensure children are kept active, entertained, and engaged in developmentally appropriate activities.
Exhibit high levels of composure, patience, and professionalism at all times.
Maintain cleanliness of common areas and classrooms.