Floater
Position Status: Full-Time
Reports To: Director
Pay Structure: Hourly
Work Hours: Monday – Friday
About Greenwood Baptist Children’s Learning Center
The Greenwood Baptist Children’s Learning Center is an outreach ministry of Greenwood Baptist Church. Our purpose is to serve as an additional means of reaching unchurched families and extend to them a facility for their children to be cared for in a loving, Christian atmosphere. Our goal is to provide each child the opportunity to connect with children their own age, involve them in situations which require sharing, taking turns, and recognizing that others have rights and privileges too. We provide guided supervision and educational preparation for their future in a Christian atmosphere.
Position Summary
A Floater is responsible for supporting The Center through various roles as needed throughout the workday. They will assist Lead Teachers in the classroom as necessary and must be ready to substitute in any classroom they may be assigned to that day. The Floater will also be responsible for ensuring the sanitation and cleanliness of The Center to include outside, classrooms, bathrooms, and common areas. They must understand children’s cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development to ensure a safe and stimulating environment. They must also set the example for children when it comes to nutrition, communication, and expressing their Christian beliefs. They must have effective communication skills, work ethic, be detailed oriented, and have a passion for teaching children and helping others. A Floater promotes the Center’s philosophy and educational objectives while providing a fun and interactive experience for each child. They shall exhibit and represent behaviors consistent with the values of Greenwood Baptist Church.
Benefits and Compensation:
Competitive Compensation Package
Paid Time Off
Paid Training
Qualifications
Must be of Christian faith and willing to sign a “Statement of Faith”
Have a willingness to talk and teach our children Christian fundamentals
Must be at least 18 years of age with a high school diploma or GED
Must be able to pass a mandatory pre-employment and routine drug tests
Must be able to clear a Childcare Regulation Background Check to include fingerprinting as well as renewal checks
Must be dependable, punctual, and willing to work various shifts as needed
Must be able to pass required educational trainings necessary for this role independently
Work experience in a licensed childcare facility preferred but not required
Willing to take care of children of all ages to include feeding, diaper changing, potty training, and interacting with them in a positive manner.
Be an initiative taker, friendly, outgoing, team-oriented, attentive, ethical, and organized
Have a keen sense of hygiene and cleanliness when it comes to self, children, rooms, and other shared areas in the facility
Have a strong skill in communicating with children, parents, and other staff members
Plan individual and group age-appropriate activities to actively engage children and encourage their social, cognitive, and emotional growth
Maintain required annual training hours for Texas Department of Family and Protective Services licensing
Maintain CPR and First-Aid Certification
Maintain clear background check
Responsibilities
Provide a safe, positive, nurturing, and healthy learning environment that helps each child to have a positive experience while in your care
Treat each child with dignity and respect for their cultural background
Prepare and implement lesson plans for children according to the age, developmental maturity, and needs of the children assigned to the class including Bible studies, fundamental vocabulary, simple shapes, basic colors, letters, and numbers based on the approved curriculum
Post current lesson plans, food menus, and daily schedules on the inside and outside of their assigned classrooms
Meet lesson plan deadlines according to the Director’s/Administration’s communication
Ensure proper materials needed for lesson plans and class needs are requested in a timely manner
Must adhere to the classroom and facility schedules assigned to the various rooms to provide consistency for the children
Always maintain “Active Supervision” in the classroom, playground, restroom, and other shared areas of The Center
Create an ordered arrangement, appearance, décor, clean, and productive classroom
Maintain a clean, sanitized, and orderly environment at The Center by providing daily janitorial duties inside and outside of the classroom to include restrooms, hallways, and areas shared by others
Effectively manage a busy classroom environment and provide the structure and discipline required for successful learning
Ensure proper discipline and guidance is given for each child according to their age, maturity level, and learning capacity; Never using corporal, food, or other harmful acts as a form of punishment.
Interact with children in a positive manner throughout the day and provide redirection in a calm, firm voice
Maintain accurate records and updates on Brightwheel regarding the day-to-day activities of the children in the classroom including, but not limited to, attendance, meal/feedings, diaper changes, and illness/incident reports
Facilitate positive, professional, and appropriate communication with parents on child’s developmental progress, needs in the classroom, lesson plans, and conferences needed for child’s behavior through Brightwheel
Encourage family involvement in the program by inviting them to observe the classroom, volunteer, and join The Center for special events
Maintain observations on children’s behavior, development, and milestones through Brightwheel for parents and administration to review
Report to the Director all medical issues, accidents, and/or incidents where a child is hurt, in addition to documenting in Brightwheel, for the parents to see in a timely fashion
Ensure The Center policies and Texas Department of Family and Protective Services Minimum Standards are adhered to in the classroom and other shared areas at all times
Help facilitate a supported, collaborative, team-oriented environment with other teachers, staff members, and administration to create an optimal learning and caring environment
Ensure confidentiality is observed and maintained when discussing any incident or happenings in the classroom pertaining to other children during staff and/or parent discussions
Ensuring that the required trainings, credentials, or other education for the role are up to date and reported to the Director for proper documentation of your records
Fully understands procedures for reporting suspected incidents of child abuse and/or neglect
Physical Requirements
Safely lift a child or children with total weight of 50 pounds unassisted
Conduct activities involving substantial standing, walking, moderate sitting, stooping, kneeling, bending, crouching, crawling, twisting, and reaching on a frequent basis
Work with hands above shoulder height with a weight up to 20 pounds
Work with arms extended at shoulder height with a weight up to 20 pounds
Must be able to stoop, bend, kneel, and sit on the floor without assistance
Push and pull playground equipment, art supplies, manipulate office equipment, etc.
Participate in routine conversation in person or via telephone
Ability to distinguish telephone, radio/pager signals, alarms, and other auditory tones