Phillips Exeter Academy·Exeter, New Hampshire
Supports classroom teachers in creating a nurturing environment for young children while ensuring their safety and well-being. Responsibilities include supervising activities, maintaining classroom cleanliness, and managing basic care needs like diaper changes.
Associate teacher (Float)
$21.00/ hr increases to $22.00/ hr 7/1
Mid August through Mid June., Monday – Friday, approximately 40 hours, weekly. Schedule may vary according to departmental and Academy needs. This is a temporary, benefitted position, scheduled through June 2027. Communication about potential extension or permanence will be made prior to the end of term.
Location: BiWkly (Hourly)
This position assists and supports the classroom teachers in creating a warm and caring environment for young children.
Job responsibilities
Interacts with children in a warm, nurturing way while providing an appropriate adult role model.
Models, articulates, and encourages cooperative behavior among the children.
Resolves problems or concerns that may arise with children or parents in conjunction with the teachers and Director.
Supports the teaching team and the childcare center activities in a timely, caring and professional manner.
Supervises all activities indoors and out in order to ensure the safety and the well-being of each child.
Assists in the maintenance of equipment and materials and ensures the cleanliness and orderliness of the classroom and common areas.
Changes diapers and clothing following center protocol.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, skills and competencies
Respect for diversity of identities and experiences, an orientation toward equity and inclusion, and cultural competency in all aspects of Academy life.
Strong interpersonal skills with ability to develop and maintain collegial relationships.
Excellent communication (written and verbal) skills.
Demonstrated ability to work with students by building trust and credibility.
Ability to teach in a team atmosphere with high energy, flexibility, and patience.
Ability to follow verbal and written directions, maintain a professional demeanor and restraint at all times, including stressful situations.
Excellent analytical and problem solving skills as well as a strong customer focus.
A strict adherence to confidential policies is required.
Ability to work independently and handle multiple priorities and deadlines simultaneously.
Proficient in MS Office.
Willingness and ability to learn additional applications as needed.
High degree of organizational skills with the ability to be flexible and multi-task with accuracy.
Ability to follow verbal and written directions, maintain a professional demeanor and restraint at all times, including stressful situations.
None.
1. Successfully complete a criminal background check (reviewed every 5 years). 2. Successfully complete additional components required for DHHS, Childcare Licensing
Upon hire and renewed every 5 years (age restrictions may apply).
Market context
New Hampshire early childhood centers often need flexible support staff who can move between infant, toddler, and preschool classrooms. This role is competitive for candidates with early childhood credits, hands-on age-group experience, and current or attainable CPR and First Aid credentials. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to quickly compare fit, then confirm your credits and certification timeline before applying.