What are the responsibilities and job description for the Floater/Teacher Assistant position at Flying Colors Learning Center?
Position Purpose / Goal
To ensure a safe, healthy, and happy environment that stimulates and motivates children to reach their full potential emotionally, physically, socially, and intellectually. This position guides and supports children daily in a loving, caring, and gentle manner.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Ensure compliance with all Minimum Standards, Fire Marshal requirements, and Health Department standards.
- Maintain positive, professional communication and relationships with parents.
- Maintain the classroom in a clean, orderly, and developmentally appropriate manner.
- Support, guide, and motivate children through age-appropriate activities.
- Plan, implement, and maintain weekly lesson plans and classroom newsletters that are age-appropriate and aligned with center expectations.
- Drive safely at all times when transporting children.
- Maintain a current Texas driver’s license and a good driving record.
- Complete and maintain transportation logs accurately and in a timely manner.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Core Competencies
- Genuine love and respect for children
- Strong customer service mindset when working with families
- Organized and detail-oriented
- Responsible and dependable
- Effective verbal and written communication skills
- Works well as part of a team
Skills
- Ability to handle challenging situations with children and/or parents calmly and professionally
- Ability to prepare, follow, and implement lesson plans
- Demonstrated leadership skills in a classroom or childcare setting
Education / Minimum Requirements
- High school diploma (required)
- Must hold a current Texas driver’s license with an acceptable driving record
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $8.00 - $10.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Professional development assistance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $8 - $10