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The Floater provides assistance across multiple areas of the preschool, including kitchen, classroom and administrative support. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys preparing meals, supporting ...

A Floater is responsible for providing excellent customer service while helping out at all of our surrounding facilities. The Floater covers shifts when other employees call off or go on vacation.

FLOATER (Full-Time)

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$22 - $25/hr

A Floater is responsible for providing excellent customer service while helping out at all of our surrounding facilities. The Floater covers shifts when other employees call off or go on vacation.

Day Porter - Floater

Los Angeles, CA

$15.25 - $19.25/hr

The Day Porter - Floater is responsible for maintaining common areas of office buildings, apartment houses, and other commercial or institutional facilities in a clean, safe, and orderly condition.

Housing and Shelter Program Floater Site/Program: Housing and Shelter Programs Reports to: Director of HSPs (Housing and Shelter Programs) and Associate Manager of HSPs Compensation: $23 per hour ...

FLOATER TEACHER

Santa Cruz, CA · On-site

$24.54 - $27.26/hr

The floater oversees the environment in an assigned classroom, assuring child health and safety, helping to develop appropriate curriculum, and building positive relationships with children, parents ...

Day Porter - Floater

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$15.25 - $19.25/hr

The Day Porter - Floater is responsible for maintaining common areas of office buildings, apartment houses, and other commercial or institutional facilities in a clean, safe, and orderly condition.

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How much do floater jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 17, 2026, the average hourly pay for floater in California is $12.91, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $10.12 and $14.83 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Floater vs Substitute Teacher?

AspectFloaterSubstitute Teacher
CredentialsTypically requires a teaching certification or substitute licenseUsually requires a substitute teaching permit or license
Work EnvironmentWorks across multiple classrooms or schools, often in different subjectsWorks temporarily in a specific classroom, covering for absent teachers
Employer & Industry UsageCommon in K-12 education, especially in public schoolsWidely used in schools to fill in for teachers

Both Floater and Substitute Teacher roles involve filling in for absent teachers, but floaters often cover multiple classrooms or subjects regularly, while substitute teachers typically fill in temporarily for specific absences. Understanding these differences helps in choosing the right position based on credentials and work environment.

What is a floater?

Floaters are employees who are not assigned to a single, specific role or department but instead move between different areas as needed to fill in for absences, cover peak periods, or assist with various tasks. Floaters provide flexibility and support across an organization, often stepping into roles in administration, customer service, or operations. Their adaptability helps ensure smooth workflow and consistent staffing levels, making them valuable team members in many industries.

What are floater jobs?

Floater jobs require a flexible and adaptable employee who has the qualifications and skills to perform a variety of different job duties. You can find floater jobs in office settings, medical facilities, schools, and warehouses. As a floater, your responsibilities include temporarily covering a position, and you typically pick up shifts as needed. You may float between locations or between departments. For example, if you’re a nurse for a hospital with multiple campuses, as part of the floater pool, you work shifts at whichever campus has the most need. As a floater teacher assistant, you go between classrooms to provide support to teachers.

How does a floater adapt to working with multiple teams and shifting priorities?

As a Floater, you’ll often move between different departments or roles based on the organization’s immediate needs. This requires strong adaptability, clear communication skills, and the ability to quickly learn new processes. Floaters typically work closely with various team members, so building rapport and understanding each team’s workflow is essential for smooth transitions. Balancing multiple assignments and managing time efficiently are key challenges, but the role also offers valuable exposure to different parts of the organization and the opportunity to develop a versatile skill set.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a floater, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Floater, you need a broad understanding of general office procedures, adaptability to various tasks, and often a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with office software like Microsoft Office Suite and experience with phone and scheduling systems are typically expected. Strong organizational skills, flexibility, and effective communication are crucial soft skills for this position. These abilities enable Floaters to seamlessly support different departments, maintain workflow continuity, and quickly adjust to changing priorities.

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Infographic showing various Floater job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 17% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 5% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $26,844 per year, or $12.9 per hour.

$23.68/hr

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Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION 

JOB TITLE: INSTRUCTOR FLOATER 

EMPLOYEE STATUS: At Will, Non-Exempt, Part-Time  

AGENCY: Central Valley Training Center 

SUPERVISES: N/A 

REPORTS TO: Program Manager 

WORK TYPE: In-Person 

STARTING SALARY: $23.68/hour 

BENEFITS OFFERED: 401(k)  

(This job description is not an implied contract for employment.  It is a management tool for assigning work.) 

STATEMENT OF JOB 

The Instructor Floater is responsible for providing quality instruction and supervision for adults with intellectual disabilities, challenging behaviors and/or dual diagnosis.  The Instructor Floater will work with multiple teams to facilitate rest breaks, meal periods and other direct service as assigned. The position of Instructor Floater is responsible for implementing the Company’s positive behavioral program, complying with the Agency’s policies and procedures, and demonstrating appropriate compliance to Employee Rules of Conduct. 

DAILY RESPONSIBILITIES 

  • Provide group coverage for rest breaks, meal periods and other direct service as assigned. 

  • Provide direct individual and group instruction to assigned participants in accordance with participant’s abilities, goals, agency training levels and agency goals. 

  • Provide constant appropriate supervision of participants, implement age appropriate training activities, and apply agency training methods to ensure structure to working environment.            

  • Maintain an environment that promotes non-aversive behavior programming, using positive interactions with participants on a daily basis, responding to crisis using good judgment, and initiating approved crisis techniques. 

  • Collect pertinent data in an error free manner.   

  • Thoroughly and accurately completes program paperwork.  

  • Utilize individualized assessments. 

  • Initiate communication and work habits that facilitate teamwork with co-workers. 

  • Demonstrate positive and professional communication with other agencies and businesses. 

  • Maintain a clean, organized and safe environment. 

  • Perform other duties as assigned. 

  • PERIODIC RESPONSIBILITIES 

  • Communicate pertinent information for the purpose of developing individualized assessments, objectives and plans that are in agreement with program and participant identified goals. 

  • Initiate timely communication with others, both co-workers and external professionals, regarding participant services and pertinent program issues. 

  • Supervise and thoroughly document appropriate participant outings and activities. 

  • Assess and ensure the physical needs of the participant are met; communicate potential health problems to any supervisor in a timely manner; and initiate approved First-Aid techniques during medical crisis. 

DESIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES 

Language Skills: 

  • Clear and timely communication with others. 

  • Follow written and verbal directions. 

  • Present information effectively, accurately and thoroughly in a style others can understand and act upon. 

  • Listen to others’ information, ask questions that clarify the intended message, and respond to questions from manager, participants, and outside organizations. 

Writing Skills: 

  • Written work is thorough and accurate. 

  • Written materials are provided in a timely and well written manner. 

Mathematical Skills: 

  • Calculation of figures and amounts including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and percentages. 

  • Ability to apply basic math concepts. 

Decision Making Abilities: 

  • Ability to solve practical problems and use available resources. 

  • Work independently with minimum supervision. 

  • Interpret and follow a variety of instructions provided verbally, written in diagram or schedule form. 

  • Maintain good judgment and composure during challenging situations. 

  • Establish and maintain effective working relationships with participants, staff, community service representatives and the general public. 

Training: 

  • CPR and First Aid Certification.  

  • Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Training. 

  • Social Effectiveness Training. 

  • Positive Behavior Support Training. 

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE 

  • High School diploma or equivalent; experience working with adults with intellectual disabilities is desirable. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS 

  • The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee must have the ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, squat, crawl, climb, run, kneel, use hands to finger controls, reach, talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. 

  • Please note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The Employee will also perform other reasonable related business duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor and/or management staff as required. Assignments and duties may require additional work beyond normal work hours. 

  • Central Valley Training Center, Inc. reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises. This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment, but rather a management tool for assigning responsibility. 

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS OF THE JOB 

  • Must possess a valid California issued Driver’s License; personal automobile liability insurance; a vehicle available for use daily; and a driving record that meets the standards outlined in the Company’s hiring policies. Business Exclusions on automobile insurance

  • policies are prohibited. Employee automobile insurance must include a certificate of insurance verifying their policy does not include a Business Exclusion. 

  • Must be willing to travel locally up to 30% of the time. 

  • Must be physically and mentally fit to work with participants who are potentially dangerous to self or others in accordance with the Company’s Physical and Mental Fitness standards; must be willing to complete a health screening physical examination that includes a drug screen and TB test; and must have the unrestricted capacity to employ Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Training. 

  • Must meet state personnel licensing standards. 

  • Must be able to successfully complete CPR and First Aid Certification. 

  • Must be willing to work within a culturally integrated workplace, and be willing to respect human differences based upon race, religion or religious creed, religious observance, color, caste, indigeneity, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, transitioning, or transgender status, genetic information, national origin, ancestry, protective hairstyles (including, but not limited to braids, twists, and locks, etc.) marital status (includes lawfully recognized same sex marriages), medical condition, disability, military service, military and veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, reproductive health decision making, off-duty cannabis use, and any other classification protected by federal, state, or local laws, regulations, ordinances, and any other characteristic that distinguishes people from one another.