Description POSITION SUMMARY: Under the direction of the Early Childhood Director, the Childcare Center Floater/Aide will be responsible for assisting with activities and providing coverage in classrooms, on the playground, during meals, and nap times. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: • ·Assists the classroom teacher to implement learning experiences. • Assists children in accomplishing learning activities. • Assists in monitoring children during meals, play, and nap time • Provides coverage for classroom teachers, as needed. • Relieves teachers and fills in for teacher absences, as needed. • Assists the classroom teacher to maintain a safe and positive learning environment. • Participates in required training and workshops, as needed to meet NYS OCFS regulations. • Performs other duties, as requested. Requirements • A high school diploma is required. • Experience in a childcare setting is preferred. • A friendly, professional demeanor is required; must have the ability to relate to children and develop positive relationships. • Excellent communication and multitasking skills. • Must hold or be able to obtain First Aid, CPR and AED certifications within 30 days of hire; must complete Child Abuse Prevention and Health and Safety course from NYS OCFS within 30 days of hire. • Must be able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with diverse groups of people representing all social and economic segments of the community. • Proficiency in office software, as needed. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: This position requires the ability to participate in a variety of physical activities; to bend, stoop, kneel, twist, reach, walk, pull, push, sit, or stand for prolonged periods of time. Other physical requirements include the ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, have finger dexterity, grasp, perform repetitive motions, talk and hear.