Multi-Classroom Floater Teacher

Summary

General Position Description

Multi-Classroom Floater Teachers help to create a safe, peaceful, and joyful learning environment. They develop positive relationships with children and families and assist with implementing a quality educational program.

This position reports to the Education Director.

Employment Type

Full-time (Monday to Friday) - 35 hours/week (10:00 to 6:00 shift)

About Us

Lotus Learning Center is a new early childhood program in the East Nashville, North Nashville, and Madison area.

Duties

• Supervise toddler, preschool, and pre-K children during Lead and Assistant Teachers' breaks or absences
• Meaningfully engage with children to foster joy in learning and encourage social, emotional, cognitive, and physical growth
• Form nurturing and responsive relationships with children and teach social-emotional strategies
• Monitor indoor and outdoor learning environments for safety and cleanliness
• Participate in and contribute to staff meetings and opportunities for professional development

Requirements

• High School Diploma (required) and Child Development Associate (CDA) credential (preferred)
• 1-2 years of professional child care experience (preferred)
• Infant/Child CPR and First Aid certification
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds
• Must clear full background check and pass health screening

Nice To Haves

• High energy and flexibility to adapt to the needs of a growing center
• Strong oral and written communication skills and basic computer skills
• Strong understanding of child development

Benefits

• Discounted fee for childcare services
• Paid holidays
• Personal days
• Two weeks of paid vacation (one week during winter, one week during summer)
• Referral and retention incentives

About Us

Lotus Learning Center is a new family-owned and operated early childhood program in the East Nashville, North Nashville, and Madison area!

At Lotus, we nourish children's creativity and promote their holistic development. Our emergent curriculum emphasizes play-based and project-based learning that aligns with children's unique interests.