Afternoon floater - Kent, CT

What You'll Do

Position Summary:

If you enjoy working with children and making a positive impact, we would love to hear from you!

We are seeking a dynamic and dedicated individual to join our team. As a key member of our childcare team, you will provide support and assistance across various classrooms during the afternoon hours. Part-time academic year position.

Primary Responsibilities include:

• Work closely with classroom team to ensure that teamwork and communication is maintained. Support nurturing care and support as needed.
• Supervise and engage with children during indoor and outdoor playtime and regularly throughout the day.
• Help maintain a safe, clean and organized environment.
• Assist with meal and snack times, including preparation and clean-up.
• Support children with their individual nap routines.
• Participate in professional growth and training opportunities.
• All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Minimum high school diploma or equivalent, early childhood education coursework preferred
• Previous experience working with children in a childcare setting is desirable.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Must be reliable, punctual and able to adapt to changing needs.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to abide by all of the Center’s policies including NAEYC’s ‘Code of Ethical Conduct'.
• Flexibility to work with staff and all groups of children equally well.

Requirements

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands listed below are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job:

• Requires substantial movement
• Visual acuity within normal
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs. without

Additional Requirements:

• Hours are approx. 1: 30 pm to 5:30 pm.
• Successful completion of post-offer, pre-employment criminal background checks and drug
• Work is performed on a smoke free campus

Additional information

The essential functions and basic skills have been included. It is not intended to be construed as an exclusive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate.

Kent School is committed to making equal employment opportunities available to all qualified persons. In accordance with federal, state and local laws, we recruit, hire, promote and evaluate all personnel without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, ancestry, citizen status, veteran status, physical or mental handicaps, sexual orientation, or any other factors protected by law. Candidates from historically underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.

Job Type: Part-time

Nice to Have

• Certification in First Aid and CPR a plus
• Ability to fill in other hours as needed is helpful

Benefits