Westport Montessori·Kansas City, Missouri
The Floater Teacher supports the center by covering staff breaks, filling in during absences, and assuming classroom duties as needed. They must maintain positive interactions with children, parents, and staff while working under the direction of the lead teacher.
Westport Montessori Center in Kansas City is a licensed childcare center seeking full-time Floater Teachers to support all age groups, infants-prek!
To be QUALIFIED for this position, we require a high school diploma or GED and the ability to pass all background checks.
A plus if you have previous childcare experience!
Shift: Mon-Fri, full-time, 8:30am-5:30pm Compensation: $16-17/hour based on education and experience.
We are a family-oriented, close-knit organization and we have a lot to offer our next team member including: Competitive Pay Paid Trainings, including Enhanced Career and Professional Development Generous Benefits Package, including Dental, Medical, and Vision Insurance 401k with Match Discounts for Childcare Main Job Responsibilities: Willingness to support the center as needed.
This includes covering staff members’ breaks, filling in for staff members in their absences, and assuming the classroom duties of staff members.
Demonstrate patience, kindness and positive interactions with all children, parents, and staff.
Operate as a team player and willingness to help where needed under the director of the lead teacher.
Physical ability to work around small children including sitting, standing, walking, running, and climbing stairs.
Ability to lift and carry up to 40 lbs. and fulfill all physical requirements of the role.
If you have a positive attitude, love working with children and desire to work in a fun and professional environment, we encourage you to apply today!
Westport is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
We embrace and celebrate diversity and inclusivity.
We do not tolerate any kind of discrimination in our hiring processes against any groups protected by federal, state, or local law.
Candidates must possess a high school diploma or GED and have the ability to pass all required background checks. Physical ability to lift up to 40 lbs and perform tasks such as sitting, standing, and climbing stairs is mandatory.
Market context
In Missouri, classroom teacher roles in early childhood settings are typically driven by ongoing demand for educators with infant-toddler experience and formal training in Early Childhood Education or a related field. These positions can be competitive because Montessori preparation and hands-on experience with children ages 0-3 are often required, along with standard benefits such as health, dental, vision, paid holidays, and paid time off. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your Montessori credentials and age-group experience before applying.