Floater Teacher - Early Learning - Edgemoor

Wonders Early Learning + Extended Day•Bethesda, MD

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Early Learning Floater Teacher supports Wonders Early Learning + Extended Day’s early childhood education programs by helping create developmentally appropriate learning environments that nurture children’s social, emotional, physical, and academic growth. The role is flexible, with daily schedules and responsibilities changing according to where support is needed. The Floater Teacher assists Lead and Assistant Teachers, prepares classroom activity materials, cleans and organizes spaces after activities, and prepares classroom lunches and snacks. As part of a teaching team, the Floater Teacher implements program policies, procedures, and practices and works with staff and the Program Director to support curriculum and the Wonders philosophy. The role includes working with children from infancy through age five, collaborating with families and childcare professionals, supporting children with varied developmental and behavioral needs, and maintaining safe, engaging, clean, and organized spaces. The position also involves following Maryland childcare regulations and Wonders policies, participating in site accreditation processes, completing required training, and maintaining Pediatric First Aid and CPR certification.

Requirements

At least one year of experience working with children in an educational, recreational, or camp setting.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to adapt to frequent changes in schedules, direction, and responsibilities.
Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.

Nice To Haves

Associate or bachelor’s degree in education or a related field.
Coursework in approved early childhood and/or school-age child development and curriculum planning.
CPR and First Aid certification.

Responsibilities

Help implement developmentally appropriate programs consistent with Wonders’ philosophy and mission.
Support culturally responsive interactions and activities for children and families.
Work with the team, Program Director, parents, and childcare professionals on strategies for children with atypical or disruptive behaviors.
Participate in planning with the Head Teacher and Assistant Teacher and attend regular staff and team meetings.
Maintain open communication with the Head Teacher about children, families, and team members.
Share teaching responsibilities with staff and provide clear, objective feedback.
Plan and participate in special events for children and families.
Ensure program spaces are physically and emotionally safe, engaging, clean, and organized.
Support behavior-management strategies in accordance with Wonders policy.
Build partnerships with families and regularly communicate about classroom curriculum, activities, child development, and family events.
Participate in site accreditation and reaccreditation processes.
Follow Maryland childcare licensing regulations and Wonders policies and handbooks.
Complete at least 18 hours of MSDE/OCC-approved staff training annually.
Maintain Pediatric First Aid and CPR certification.
Assist with toilet training and diapering as needed.
Maintain a clean, sanitary, healthy, and welcoming classroom environment in accordance with NAEYC guidelines.
Recognize and report signs of illness, child abuse, and safety hazards to appropriate authorities.
Follow the NAEYC Ethical Code of Conduct.
Assist Lead and Assistant Teachers, prepare materials, clean and organize after activities, and prepare classroom lunches and snacks.
Perform other duties or responsibilities as assigned.

Benefits

Paid time off and holidays, including winter break.
Medical insurance with HRA.
Dental insurance.
Vision insurance.
Life insurance.
Disability insurance.
Critical illness insurance.
Accident insurance.
403(b) retirement savings plan.
Wonders tuition discounts.
Professional development training.
Paid pre-employment background checks, fingerprinting, medical exams, and drug screens.
Paid new-hire orientation.