Floater / Substitute
Amazing Explorers Academy of Lake Nona
Location
Orlando, Florida
Quick overview
The Floater/Substitute assists the lead teacher with general classroom supervision and management, ensuring adherence to activities and curriculum as directed by the Director. Responsibilities include planning and implementing proprietary curriculum, supervising children during all activities, and maintaining a safe classroom environment.
Requirements summary
Candidates must be at least 18 years old and meet all state requirements for the position, possessing the ability to adapt to teaching in any classroom. Essential physical requirements include the ability to lift 50 pounds and interact with children while sitting on the floor.
Job description
The Floater / Substitute is responsible for assisting the classroom lead teacher with the general supervision and management of a class of children. He or she must be knowledgeable in developmental appropriate practices; have flexible hours that cover the needs of the center. The Floater / Substitute is responsible for assisting teachers in supervising all children in their room ensuring activities and curriculum are adhered to as required by the Director.
Responsibilities
- Responsible for planning and implementing proprietary curriculum, and completing assessments and reports for the children
- Helps and supervises children during all activities
- Counsels children when social, academic, or adjustment problems arise
- Ensures that the appearance, cleanliness, and safe environment of the classroom are appropriately maintained
- Helps children with meal times and clean-up
- Helps with all academy and classroom paperwork, such as daily notes, student accident reports, and attendance reports
- Attends and participates in staff meetings, academy events, and parent meetings as requested
- Performs other duties as assigned
Qualifications
- Must be at least 18 years old
- Must meet all requirements stipulated by the state for this position
- Must be able to adapt to teaching in any of the classrooms
- Pleasant/friendly demeanor and an outgoing personality
- Highly professional and dependable
- Must be able to interact appropriately with students of all ages and skill levels as well as with parents, coworkers, and management
- Must be able to lift 50 pounds, sit on the floor and interact with children
