Ozark Opportunities Inc·Harrison, Arkansas
The Early Head Start Floater assists the team in implementing daily lesson plans and learning experiences to support the intellectual and physical development of children. They are responsible for maintaining a safe, healthy, and secure classroom environment while promoting family involvement.
Ozark Opportunities, Inc. is seeking a motivated professional that is passionate about early childhood education. We are urgently hiring one candidate.
The EHS Floater, role is responsible for assisting the Early Head Start Team to implement learning experiences that advance the intellectual and physical development of children. As well as promoting the involvement of the families of children in the assigned program and center.
This position would start in August at the beginning of the 26-27 school year. This position is 10 months in a year, furloughed during Spring Break week, summer break, Thanksgiving break, and Christmas break. Furloughed employees are able and encouraged to draw unemployment during these times.
Within the first year of employment, you will be required to obtain CDA and CPR credentials, this is training that Ozark Opportunities, Inc. provides for employees.
Make a meaningful impact in the lives of children and families.
Work alongside a dedicated, mission-driven team.
Opportunities for professional development and growth.
Help create positive, inclusive learning environments where every child can succeed.
Great Total Rewards Package: Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance (eligible after 60-day waiting period) Company Paid Basic Life Insurance (eligible after 60-day waiting period) Company Paid AirEvac Family Membership (eligible after 90-day waiting period) Accrual of paid sick leave (eligible after 90-day waiting period) Participation in the 403b retirement plan (eligible after 3 month waiting period) Roles & Responsibilities: Assist the Team in carrying out the daily lesson plan and appropriate center activities.
Provides supervision and instruction to up to 8 children per assigned classroom.
May assist with observation of child(ren) behaviors and developmental goals, requesting assistance from Child Development Staff as needed to meet each need.
Maintains a safe, healthy learning environment and provide for children’s feeling of security away from home.
Work closely with Nutrition Specialists & Coordinators to ensure healthy practices.
Mandated reporter of suspected cases of Child Abuse and Neglect.
We expect qualified candidates to have experience in a teaching environment or with low-income families.
Must possess excellent oral and written communication skills as well as basic knowledge of computer operation and software.
They must have an active and unhindered Driver’s License with personal reliable transportation, a high school diploma or equivalent.
Successfully pass Criminal Background including FBI fingerprint and Child Maltreatment checks.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Frequent lifting (able to lift up to 50lbs.), bending, stooping movements within the classroom.
Agility to move around classroom furniture and materials.
Occasional driving to trainings.
Candidates must possess a high school diploma or equivalent and have experience in a teaching environment or working with low-income families. Applicants are required to pass criminal background, FBI fingerprint, and child maltreatment checks, and must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
Market context
In Arkansas, Early Head Start floater openings often reflect steady demand for flexible classroom support in programs serving infants and toddlers. These roles are competitive because employers look for reliability, a valid driver’s license, experience with low-income families, and readiness to complete CDA and CPR training within the first year. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your background check status and prepare examples of childcare or family-support experience before applying.
