Childcare Floater/Teacher Aide
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Springview Academy
Mount Pleasant, SC, US
Summary
The Floater Teacher supports multiple classrooms by assisting with daily activities, transitions, and maintaining appropriate teacher-to-child ratios. They are responsible for fostering a safe, engaging, and supportive environment for children across various age groups.
Job Description
Childcare Floater Teacher Do you enjoy working with children of different ages and being part of a team that truly supports one another? We’re looking for a Childcare Floater Teacher to work at our center in Mt. Pleasant, South Carolina who is flexible, dependable, and passionate about helping classrooms run smoothly while creating a warm, safe, and engaging environment for children. This role is perfect for educators who enjoy variety, teamwork, and making a difference throughout the school day.🧸 What Is a Floater Teacher?As a Floater Teacher, you’ll:
- Support multiple classrooms as needed
- Step in to assist with ratios, breaks, transitions, and coverage
- Work with different age groups, from infants through Pre‑K
- Be a valued part of the teaching team across the school
No two days are the same — and that’s what many of our floaters love most about the role.⏰ ScheduleMonday–Friday; multiple shifts available!
- 2:00pm - 6:00pm
- 8:00am - 5:00pm
💰 CompensationCompetitive hourly pay based on education and experience
- $14-16 per hour
🌟 Why You’ll Love Working With Us
- Supportive, team‑oriented school culture
- Paid training and professional development
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with employer match
- Childcare discounts
- Clear expectations and hands‑on leadership support
- Fun staff events, appreciation throughout the year, and school swag
- A positive, welcoming environment where teachers feel valued
📚 What You’ll Do
- Assist Lead and Assistant Teachers in daily classroom activities
- Help maintain a safe, clean, and organized learning environment
- Support children’s emotional, social, cognitive, and physical development
- Step into classrooms as needed to maintain ratios and coverage
- Build positive relationships with children, families, and team members
- Follow all licensing, safety, and center policies
✅ What We’re Looking For
- High school diploma or GED (required)
- Previous childcare or classroom experience is a plus
- Ability to pass required background checks
- Flexibility and willingness to work with different age groups
- Positive attitude, reliability, and a team‑first mindset
- Ability to meet the physical demands of working with young children, including lifting up to 40 lbs.
📝 Our Hiring Process
- Application and resume review
- Phone conversation with a recruiter
- On‑site interview and school tour with the Center Director
- Offer
If you love working with children, enjoy variety in your day, and want to be part of a school that supports and appreciates its teachers, we’d love to meet you. 👉 Apply today and join a team that’s making a difference every day. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We embrace and celebrate diversity and inclusivity. We do not tolerate any kind of discrimination in our hiring processes against any groups protected by federal, state, or local law.
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We are a Childcare and Pre-School center located in Summerville, SC. We except children from 6 weeks to 5 years of age. Our center is located on the South end of Summerville near Dorchester Rd. We opened in June of 2009. Check out our website for more information.
Founded
2009
Company size
11-50 employees
Industry
Education Administration Programs
Org type
Self-Owned
We are a Childcare and Pre-School center located in Summerville, SC. We except children from 6 weeks to 5 years of age. Our center is located on the South end of Summerville near Dorchester Rd. We opened in June of 2009. Check out our website for more information.
Founded
2009
Company size
11-50 employees
Industry
Education Administration Programs
Org type
Self-Owned