Floater at COMMUNITY ACTION COUNCIL OF HOWARD COUNTY MD INC

, Maryland, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

07 Feb, 26

Salary

21.06

Posted On

09 Nov, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Classroom Support, Child Engagement, Individualized Plans, Parental Engagement, Confidentiality, School Readiness, Program Improvement, Professional Development, Collaboration, Safety and Compliance

Industry

Non-profit Organization Management

Description

Job Details Job Location: Old Cedar Lane ECE Center - Columbia, MD Position Type: Full Time Salary Range: $18.00 - $21.06 Hourly Job Category: Education Floater Who We Are At the Community Action Council of Howard County (CAC), we have a mission to diminish poverty and enable self-sufficiency for all Howard County individuals, families, and children in need. We take action towards this mission by focusing on five critical services: housing assistance, food assistance, energy assistance, weatherization assistance, and early childhood education. CAC impacts our local society by changing lives and helping create a pathway through and out of poverty or just providing a hand up when one is needed. Who You Are As a Classroom Support Staff (Floater) member at CAC, you are a supportive and dedicated individual committed to ensuring a nurturing, safe, and engaging learning environment for children. You play a key role in assisting teaching staff, promoting health and nutrition, and fostering parental involvement while maintaining the highest standards of professionalism and confidentiality. Responsibilities Classroom Support: Assist teaching staff by providing coverage during breaks and planning time, working in various classrooms or outdoor play areas as assigned. Child Engagement: Participate with children during family-style mealtimes to model good nutritional habits. Individualized Plans: Become familiar with individualized programs and behavior plans for each child, assisting in the implementation of teacher-designed behavior management strategies. Parental Engagement: Support an atmosphere that promotes and reinforces parental involvement in the classroom. Confidentiality: Maintain the confidentiality of student records at all times. School Readiness: Perform activities that contribute to children’s school readiness as directed by the center director and teaching staff. Program Improvement: Participate in the annual program self-assessment and continuous quality improvement initiatives. Professional Development: Attend and actively participate in in-service training, staff meetings, and other activities to support your professional growth. Collaboration: Work cooperatively with staff, supervisors, administrators, co-workers, community professionals, and clients to foster a positive work environment. Safety and Compliance: Ensure the safety of up to 22 people, including the ability to respond quickly to ensure safety. Follow CAC's policies and procedures and adhere to Early Childhood Education Program Performance Standards and State of Maryland child care licensing requirements. Other Duties as Assigned: Take on additional responsibilities, special projects, and tasks as needed to support CAC’s mission. Community Action Council of Howard County is an equal opportunity employer. ***Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. *** Qualifications Required Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent 1+ years of experience with children, ages 3-5 45 hours in Child Growth and Development 45 hours in Preschool Methods and Materials Valid driver's license and access to a reliable vehicle during work hours. Ability to work in an active classroom environment, with changes in climate and noise levels. Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and respond quickly to ensure the safety of children Proficiency in using a computer and basic technology. Able to maintain a safe environment for up to 22 people. This includes but is not limited to the physical ability to evacuate students and clients during disaster drills and emergency situations. Able to read, write, comprehend, and speak English Preferred CPR and First Aid certification Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or state-specific ECE certification. Important Notice to Applicants: To be considered for this position, applicants must fully complete the application process. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed or considered. Please ensure that all required fields, documents, and information are submitted before the application deadline.

Responsibilities

The Floater will assist teaching staff by providing coverage during breaks and planning time, and will engage with children during mealtimes to promote good nutritional habits. Additionally, the role involves supporting parental involvement and ensuring a safe learning environment for children.