Childcare Center Float - Bilingual Spanish/English

Tierra Encantada, headquartered in Minneapolis, MN, is the leader in Spanish immersion early education®, providing high-quality language immersion education and care to children 6 weeks through 6 years of age. Our values fuel everything we do: we are passionate about nurturing children's growth, creating intentional learning environments, celebrating diversity, and embracing optimism for a brighter future for every child, family, and team member we serve.

About the role

As a Childcare Float, you will move between classrooms and assist where needed throughout the center, ensuring smooth operations and supporting a nurturing, inclusive environment for children.

Responsibilities

• Assist with smooth center operations, including covering breaks, absences, and position openings, opening or closing classrooms, cleaning common areas (bathrooms, hallways, lobby, etc.), cleaning classrooms, assisting in the kitchen, washing diapers and linens, and handling administrative tasks.
• Adapt quickly to the unique needs of each classroom, demonstrating flexibility and the ability to transition between age groups and teaching styles.
• Assist in implementing the curriculum and maintaining a fun, engaging, and developmentally appropriate environment for all children.
• Foster a nurturing and inclusive atmosphere that promotes the well-being and growth of every child.
• Maintain open and effective communication with teachers, staff, and leadership to ensure alignment and collaboration.
• Uphold cleanliness, organization, and safety of the center by assisting with general upkeep and adhering to health and safety standards.
• Be a dependable team player by consistently showing up on time, meeting expectations, and proactively addressing challenges with a solutions-oriented mindset.
• Participate in required staff meetings, training sessions, and professional development opportunities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Strong communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively with families and co-workers.
• Bilingual fluency in English and Spanish.
• Provide a certificate of completion of an approved pediatric first aid and CPR training within 90 days of hire (employees must maintain a valid, current certification at all times).
• Respect for diversity and recognition of its value in enriching the program.
• Ability to complete annual required trainings to ensure high-quality early education.
• Familiarity with childcare licensing requirements, safety protocols, and best practices in early education.
• CDA, Food Handling Certification, or Early Childhood Education experience is strongly preferred but not required.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to frequently walk, stand, climb stairs, crawl, sit, squat, stoop, bend, reach, kneel, rise from the floor, and twist.
• Ability to carry and lift up to 25 pounds, use repetitive or fine hand movements, and occasionally push, pull, run short distances, and carry and lift 25-50 pounds.
• Excellent long-distance and near vision to monitor children's activities indoors and outdoors in various light conditions.
• Strong hearing capabilities to respond to children's needs and maintain safety in a moderately noisy environment.

Pay

The starting pay range for this position is between $17.00 and $19.00 per hour.

Schedule

This is a full-time, non-exempt position with a schedule of Monday through Friday, 8:45 AM – 5:45 PM.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 12 paid holidays
• Generous PTO package
• 401(k) with employer match
• Discounted childcare and waitlist priority for enrollment
• Company-paid professional development

Once a job offer is accepted, the candidate must pass a background check and fingerprinting. E-verify is used to verify work authorization status.