Childcare Center Float

About Tierra Encantada

Tierra Encantada is the leader in Spanish immersion early education, providing high-quality language immersion education and care to children aged 6 weeks through 6 years.

Position Overview

Childcare Floats assist wherever needed in the center, including but not limited to assisting in classrooms, with cleaning, and assisting in the kitchen. This position is for a Float in one of our classrooms.

Pay and Schedule

• Full-Time, nonexempt position.
• Monday-Friday.
• Scheduled hours may vary based on classroom assignment.
• Starting pay range: $17.31 - $19.04 per hour (depending on education and experience).

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with ensuring smooth Center operations, which may include:
• 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.
• Assisting with daily routines.
• Addressing immediate needs to maintain operational efficiency.
• Performing administrative work.
• Quickly adapt to the unique needs of each classroom, demonstrating flexibility and the ability to seamlessly 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.
• Uphold the 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.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Fluent in Spanish.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively with families and co-workers.
• Respect for diversity.
• Ability to complete annual required trainings.
• Familiarity with childcare licensing requirements, safety protocols, and best practices in early education.

Qualifications

• CDA, Food Handling Certification, and/or CPR/First Aid certificate strongly preferred, but not required.
• Early Childhood Education experience strongly preferred, but not required.
• Must provide a certificate of completion of an approved pediatric first aid and CPR training within 90 days of hire.
• Employees are responsible for renewing and maintaining a valid, current CPR and pediatric first aid certification at all times.

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 25 pounds or less, use repetitive or fine hand movements.
• Ability to occasionally push, pull, run short distances, and carry and lift 25-50 pounds.
• Excellent long distance and near vision to monitor children's activities both indoors and outdoors.
• Hearing capabilities to respond to children's needs and maintain safety in a moderately noisy environment.

Benefits

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

Additional Information

• Candidate must pass a background check and fingerprinting after a job offer has been accepted.