Early Childhood Floater - Adrian

About the role

The Preschool Floater provides flexible classroom support across multiple age groups to ensure safe supervision, ratio compliance, and continuity of program operations.

Responsibilities

• Provide classroom coverage to maintain required staff-to-child ratios across all program areas.
• Maintain active supervision of children at all times, including positioning, scanning, and awareness during transitions and activities.
• Affirm daily classroom routines including arrival, meals, toileting/diapering, transitions, rest time, and outdoor play.
• Support implementation of lesson plans and classroom activities under the direction of the Lead Teacher.
• Transition between classrooms as assigned to support staffing needs, breaks, and coverage.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized environment in all assigned areas.
• Communicate with classroom staff and leadership to ensure smooth transitions and coverage.
• Follow all YMCA policies, NC DCDEE licensing requirements, and supervision expectations.
• Complete and maintain all required certifications, trainings, and professional development within established timeframes in accordance with YMCA, NC DCDEE, and regulatory requirements.
• Report any safety, behavior, or supervision concerns immediately to program leadership.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• CPR/First Aid certification required (or willingness to obtain within required timeframe).

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of classroom routines, transitions, and group care environments.
• Familiarity with sanitation, health, and safety practices in a childcare setting.

Skills

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with children and staff.
• Ability to work as part of a team and adapt to different classroom environments.
• Ability to follow direction and support classroom expectations.
• Flexibility and adaptability to adjust to changing schedules and assignments.
• Ability to remain calm and respond appropriately in a fast-paced environment.

Abilities

• Ability to actively supervise children and maintain required staff-to-child ratios when assigned.
• Ability to transition between classrooms and age groups as needed throughout the day.
• Ability to support classroom routines, including transitions, meals, rest time, and outdoor play.
• Ability to maintain a safe, clean, and organized environment in all assigned areas.
• Ability to follow YMCA policies, NC DCDEE licensing requirements, and supervision expectations.
• Ability to communicate concerns related to safety, behavior, or supervision to program leadership.

Personal Attributes

• Positive attitude and willingness to support program needs.
• Dependable, punctual, and flexible.
• High level of energy and engagement when working with children.
• Demonstrates professionalism, teamwork, and commitment to YMCA values.
• Willingness to learn and take direction from program leadership.

Physical Requirements

The Preschool Floater must represent the YMCA in a professional manner. The employee must be able to maneuver the grounds and facilities freely and be capable of speaking clearly, including, but not limited to walking, stooping, carrying a minimum of 50 lbs., sitting, standing, pushing, climbing, kneeling, lifting a minimum of 50 lbs., and crouching.

Pay

USD $14.00 - USD $16.00 /Hr.

Schedule

N/A