Floater Teacher
The Learning Experience - Hell’s Kitchen
Location
New York
Salary
$18 - $20 / HOUR
Quick overview
The Floater Teacher will provide essential classroom support across infant, toddler, and preschool settings, assisting Lead Teachers with daily routines, transitions, and maintaining a safe, engaging learning environment. This role involves engaging children in play-based learning activities while ensuring classroom ratios are maintained during busy periods.
Requirements summary
Candidates must possess a high school diploma or higher, with early childhood education or childcare experience being preferred. Applicants must also be reliable, adaptable, comfortable working with multiple age groups, and meet all NYC childcare licensing and background requirements.
Job description
Benefits
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee discounts Free uniforms Health insurance Opportunity for advancement Paid time off Vision insurance Floater Teacher (Full-Time or Part-Time) Location: The Learning Experience – Hell’s Kitchen, NY Pay: $18–$20 per hour Schedule: Full-Time or Part-Time, Monday–Friday Openings: 2
The Learning Experience – Hell’s Kitchen is seeking dependable and flexible Floater Teachers to support classrooms throughout our early childhood center. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with children of different ages and being part of a collaborative teaching team.
Floaters assist classrooms serving infants, toddlers, and preschool-aged children while helping maintain a safe, structured, and engaging learning environment.
Key Responsibilities: Provide classroom support across infant, toddler, and preschool classrooms as needed
Assist Lead Teachers with daily activities and routines
Help maintain a safe, nurturing, and organized classroom environment
Support transitions, meals, playtime, and end-of-day routines
Engage children in play-based learning activities and positive interactions
Maintain classroom ratios and assist teachers during busy times
Follow all NYC Department of Health childcare licensing requirements
Qualifications: High school diploma or higher required
Early childhood education or childcare experience preferred
Reliable, adaptable, and comfortable working with multiple age groups
Strong teamwork and communication skills
Must meet all NYC childcare licensing and background requirements
Why Join Our Team: Competitive hourly pay
Flexible full-time or part-time scheduling
Supportive leadership and team environment
Paid training and professional development
Opportunities for growth within the center
Employee childcare discount
Apply today to join a center where teachers are supported and children thrive every day.
Benefits
- Dental Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Health Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- 401(k)
- 401(k) Matching
- Employee Discounts
- Free Uniforms
- Opportunity for Advancement