About This RoleOur ideal candidate for the Floater Teacher position brings a dynamic energy and flexible approach to support our students and teachers throughout the day. By filling the gaps in our classroom support team, you help create a seamless learning experience, maintain a balanced environment, and provide essential relief to our lead teachers. Your proactive attitude, creative problem-solving skills, and genuine passion for education make you an invaluable asset to our academy.
What You'll Do- Aiding in Learning Environments: Collaborate with Lead Teachers to foster engaging project-based activities and effective classroom management.
- Guaranteeing Compliance: Elevate the academy's standards by ensuring the necessary coverage during teacher breaks, planning periods, and other critical moments.
- Upholding Excellence: Contribute to a high-quality environment by assisting with transitions, meal times, and sanitization routines that parents trust and respect.
- Fostering Inclusive Experiences: Become an integral part of every child's journey by providing personalized support during storytelling, outdoor activities, and creative exploration.
- Prioritizing Safety: Take pride in maintaining the highest standards of health and safety, meticulously supervising students across various age groups and settings.
Requirements- Skill Set: Basic knowledge of child development principles and a talent for following instructions with a proactive, growth mindset.
- Experience: Foundational knowledge of early childhood settings; ability to adapt quickly to different classroom routines and learning styles.
- Communication: Strong interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with diverse staff members and interact warmly with parents.
- Heart & Soul: High energy, extreme flexibility, and a genuine passion for supporting both teachers and children.
- Educational Background: Currently hold a High School Diploma or GED; enrollment in an Associateโs degree program in Early Childhood Education is a plus.
- Essentials: First Aid/CPR certification (or willingness to obtain) and the ability to pass all required background clearances.
Benefits- Professional Impact: The opportunity to gain experience across multiple age groups and educational frameworks in a real-world setting.
- Professional Development: Gain access to specialized training and mentorship to help you grow into a Lead Teacher role.
- Community Networking: Connect with a dedicated team of education professionals focused on transforming early childhood care.
- Total Rewards: Competitive salary commensurate with experience, plus a comprehensive benefits package and PTO.
About UsDream Preparatory Academy, located in Greenville, SC, is a unique educational organization that offers a new teaching style to break traditional barriers of learning repetitive lessons in a prepared routine environment. Our goal is to create a more interactive, hands-on learning environment that is technology-focused and can integrate classroom-to-home management.