Location: Newport,VT, USA
Job Type Full-time Description Job Title: Center Floater Department: Head Start FLSA Status: Non-exempt Hours/Weeks: Full Year, Full Time Bargaining Unit Position: (Y/N): Yes NEKCA Mission Statement: To empower all generations in the Northeast Kingdom to grow, prosper, and thrive. SUMMARY: The Center Floater Position supports creating and maintaining a respectful classroom culture that fosters safe and productive learning. The Center Floater Position follows all childcare centers policies and procedures and state regulations, quality requirements, and standards. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: • Carry out duties in compliance with HS Performance Standards, Content Area Plans, Vermont Child Care Licensing Regulations for Center-Based Child Care and Preschool Programs, NAEYC, and NEKCA Standard of Conduct. • Be aware of indicators of child abuse and neglect and comply with Vermont Mandated Reporter Law and program Child Protection Protocol DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: • Understand plans and implement them accordingly when the position being substituted is absent. • Foster a safe and inviting environment • Support classroom management • Support center staff in identified tasks • Support center with before and aftercare • Support center with program activities • Be flexible in supporting infant, toddler, and preschool classroom POSITION REQUIREMENTS:Education and Experience: • GED or High School Diploma • 2 years of relevant experience Core Competencies: • Work effectively as a team member • Maintain confidentiality • Must be at least 18 years of age • High School Diploma or equivalent required • Experience working with young children or education in Early Childhood preferred • Successful completion of Volunteer/Substitute Training course preferred Background Checks: Employees in this role are required to undergo a background check in accordance with NEKCA policy, which may include verifying education, employment history, and criminal records. Transportation Requirements: This position necessitates that employees have access to dependable transportation. WORKING CONDITIONS: Employees in this position work primarily in a classroom environment with controlled temperature conditions. This position may include time outside during calm moderate weather. Noise levels vary from moderate to loud. The work involves sitting and standing for extended periods, using a computer and other office equipment and may require bending and lifting. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.