EHS Floater

Under the direction of the Site Manager, the Floater will provide support to Teachers in the classroom; relieve staff during break periods; serve as a classroom substitute; assist in various areas of the center; and other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• High school diploma or G.E.D. required
• CDA (Infant Toddler Endorsement) is preferred
• An Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education is preferred.
• Previous Early Head Start experience is preferred.
• Two (2) years of relevant work experience with infants and / or toddlers (0-3). CPR & First Aid certification is preferred.
• Knowledge of Health Department standards regarding food preparation, food storage, and cleanliness.
• Ability to provide a continuum of care to pregnant women and children ages birth to 3&fac12; years.
• Oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to perceive and deal with sensitive issues while maintaining confidentiality / objectivity.
• Demonstrated organizational skills.
• Ability to work a heavy workload, under pressure of conflicting deadlines and competing needs.
• Ability to work as a team player and interact / assist all employees as necessary.

Supervisory Responsibilities

There are no supervisory requirements for this position.

Essential Job Functions

Requirements

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, sit and talk or hear. The employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee must occasionally lift and / or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close and color vision. Work in a non-smoking area.

Special Conditions

Maintain a valid driver's license with a good driving record with appropriate level of insurance.

Salary Description

15.35 - 24.77