Floater Teacher

Join Our Team!

Kiddie Academy of Winter Park is looking for a dependable, energetic, and flexible Floater Teacher to join our growing team! If you enjoy working with children of all ages and thrive in a collaborative environment, this is a wonderful opportunity to build a rewarding career in early childhood education.

As a Floater Teacher, you'll play an essential role in supporting classrooms throughout the academy. You'll help maintain consistency in children's daily routines while assisting teachers, providing nurturing care, and creating engaging learning experiences in classrooms ranging from infants through Pre-K.

Responsibilities

• Provide classroom support as needed throughout the academy.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and nurturing learning environment.
• Supervise children while promoting positive behavior and social-emotional development.
• Assist Lead and Assistant Teachers with classroom activities, lesson implementation, meals, naps, and daily routines.
• Step into classrooms during teacher breaks, planning time, meetings, and absences.
• Build positive relationships with children, families, and fellow educators.
• Follow Kiddie Academy policies and all Florida childcare licensing regulations.
• Help maintain classroom organization, cleanliness, and licensing compliance.
• Encourage children's curiosity, independence, and love of learning.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Previous childcare or early childhood education experience preferred.
• Florida DCF 45-Hour Introductory Child Care Training completed or willingness to complete upon hire.
• CPR and First Aid Certification (or ability to obtain).
• Ability to successfully pass state and federal background screening.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and organizational skills.
• Reliable, adaptable, and passionate about working with young children.

Benefits

• Full-time Monday–Friday schedule
• No nights or weekends
• Competitive hourly pay based on experience and qualifications
• Paid training and professional development
• Career advancement opportunities within Kiddie Academy
• Paid Time Off
• Health, dental, and vision insurance (where applicable)
• Employee childcare discount (if offered by location)
• Supportive leadership team and positive work environment

Why Kiddie Academy?

At Kiddie Academy, we believe every child deserves exceptional care and education. Our educators are the heart of our academy, and we are committed to providing a supportive workplace where professional growth and teamwork are valued. As a Floater Teacher, you'll gain valuable experience across multiple age groups while making a meaningful impact on children's lives every day.

If you're ready to join a passionate team dedicated to inspiring young learners, we'd love to hear from you!

Apply today and become part of the Kiddie Academy of Winter Park family!

Job Type: Full-time

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday 9:30AM-6:30PM
• No nights
• No weekends

Pay: From $15.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance

Ability to Commute:

• Winter Park, FL 32789 (Preferred)

Work Location: In person