Childcare Floater

Childcare Floater Department: Early Childhood Education Reporting Manager: Assistant Director of Early Childhood Education FLSA Status: Non-Exempt, Hourly Supervisory Responsibility: None Compensation Range: $18 - $22 Bonus/Commission Eligible: No Position Summary The Childcare Floater will work collaboratively with Early Head Start Teachers and Head Start Teachers to ensure the successful operation of a classroom of children. The Childcare Floater also works with family members to implement the curriculum to achieve outcomes for children of all abilities. The Childcare Floater will ultimately be evaluated on a combination of skills, dispositions, and behaviors, some of which are related to the specific service area of this position and others that represent general expectations of all Penfield Children’s Center employees. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Assist teachers in ensuring full compliance with Head Start Program Performance Standards, WI DCF licensing, and accreditation requirements. Uphold classroom policies, procedures, and health/safety practices. Maintain a clean, organized, and safe classroom environment, including refreshing learning centers and ensuring materials are sanitized and in good repair. Supervise and monitor assigned children to ensure safety and support social-emotional development. Maintain family confidentiality while ensuring parents receive timely, accurate information about their child’s progress. Collaborate respectfully with co-teachers, center staff, and families to support a positive learning environment. Follow mandated reporting requirements for suspected child abuse or neglect. Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability to changing classroom assignments and schedules. Perform other duties as assigned.