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Floating Preschool Teacher

The Goddard School of Chicago (South Loop), IL·Chicago, Illinois

$16 - $20/hr·Part Time·On Site·0-2 yrs·Posted 5 days ago
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About the role

The Floating Preschool Teacher supports lead teachers in maintaining a safe, nurturing learning environment through active supervision and classroom assistance. Responsibilities include sanitizing materials, assisting with food distribution, and implementing the 'learning through play' philosophy.

Benefits

Tuition reimbursement Referral program Employee assistance program 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee discounts Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Job Description

A Floating Preschool Teacher at The Goddard School is responsible for helping to establish and maintain a safe, healthy and nurturing learning environment. A Resource is responsible for working with all the staff members as per the responsibilities assigned by the management.

Qualifications

A Floater Staff must meet the qualifications of

  • The ability to understand and support the education program using “learning through play” philosophy.
  • The ability to interact closely with children at their level, within sight and sound supervision at all times.
  • The ability to change children’s diapers and/or assist in toileting (where necessary);
  • The ability to communicate effectively and professionally with school personnel, children and parents.
  • The ability to handle crisis situations, including assisting in evacuating the building during emergencies.
  • The ability to safely walk children from room to room or playground or an outdoor area.
  • Willing to clean and sanitize surfaces and learning materials regularly and as needed basis
  • Ability to break teachers during nap times while supervising children actively at all times
  • Ability to obtain resources to support learning environment in the classrooms
  • Ability to use ipads for assisting teachers with daily reports

A Floater Staff must meet one of the following educational requirements

High School Diploma with at least 12 credits in Early Childhood Development or related field A Child Development Certificate or higher preferred

Responsibilities

The Floater/Assistant teacher’s responsibilities include assisting the lead teacher in implementing the lead teacher’s responsibilities including but, not limited to the following:

cleaning and sanitizing active supervision Helping teacher with resources Assist food staff with distribution Opening and closing Checklists Ensure that classroom equipment is in good repair Understand and implement The Goddard School® emergency procedure(s) Promote healthy eating practices at lunch and snack times Ensure that children are always within state ratio requirements Perform minor cleaning responsibilities (e.g., spills) immediately Perform major cleaning during times when children are not present Understand and adhere to the GSI Behavior Policy Encourage empathetic and respectful feelings for others, as well as the environment, through positive modeling Respect cultural and ethnic diversity Promote “learning through play” philosophy and educational objectives Pay: $16.00 - $20.00 per hour

Schedule

Monday to Friday 2 PM to 6 PM or 3 PM to 6 PM. Work Location: In person

Note

Candidate must be CO-VID Vaccinated.

Posting details

Employment type
Part Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Salary
$16 - $20/hr
Location
Chicago, Illinois
Posted
Jul 20, 2026
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Hiring organization

The Goddard School of Chicago (South Loop), IL

At Goddard, we are committed to providing the highest quality preschool experience for the children in our community. Our unique nurturing approach will give your child the opportunity to develop into a joyful, confident learner who is prepared for success in school and in life....

Salary listed on 3 jobs
IndustryEducation Administration Programs
TypePrivately Held
Size11-50 employees
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Illinois preschool float roles need flexible support

Floating preschool teacher roles in Illinois are often tied to centers that need coverage across classrooms, so employers look for candidates who can step in quickly and maintain routines. This role can be competitive because it combines early childhood coursework, crisis response, parent communication, and hands-on care, while offering benefits like retirement matching and health coverage. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your coursework and experience match the posting before applying.

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