Floater - Head Start/Early Head Start

Indiana Public Schools • New Albany, IN

50d • $15 - $15

About The Position

Floyd County Head Start is looking to a floater to our Head Start Preschool and Early Head Start program! Our floaters provide staff support in the classrooms through covering daily lunch breaks or covering a full time staff member's absence.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent required, Infant/Toddler or Preschool CDA preferred
• Experience working with young children in school or daycare/group settings
• Provide reliable, regular attendance to maintain consistency for children and classroom staff
• Ability to work as a member of cooperative team
• Ability to use a computer to communication, store, and retrieve date as well as access the internet

Nice To Haves

• Infant/Toddler or Preschool CDA

Responsibilities

• Assist teaching staff in assigned placement including but not limited to engaging children in planned activities under the direction of classroom staff
• Maintain a safe and healthy environment to support the development and learning of each child
• Engage in two-way communication appropriate to the level of each child
• Use effective classroom management strategies including active supervision
• Follow and participate in all emergency drills
• Follow all health and safety policies and procedures
• Adhere to all confidentiality policies in accordance to federal, state, and local regulations and agency policy
• Cover breaks for classroom staff for 30 minutes per staff member
• Develop positive relationships with children, staff, and parents

Benefits

• PTO Days earned monthly
• Paid Snow Days/Emergency Closure Days - up to five per school year
• Paid holidays (that fall in the weeks worked)
• Paid Professional Development Opportunities
• Staff Appreciation and Recognition
• Use of on-site staff gym during non-working hours

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees