Child Care Teacher (Floater)

Novastar Kids Co

Child Care Teacher (Floater)

Englewood, CO
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Benefits:

    401(k)

    401(k) matching

    Competitive salary

    Dental insurance

    Employee discounts

    Health insurance

    Paid time off

    Parental leave

    Training & development

    Tuition assistance

    Vision insurance

    About Us:

    Novastar Kids Co provides private educational service to children ages six weeks to fourteen years. The service includes child care, preschool, kindergarten, elementary through secondary education, summer camps, special events, enrichment classes, and after-school program. The foundation of our service is the continuity of care and education.

    Novastar's unique educational program is focused on Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math (STEAM) curriculum, and World Languages fluency. Our teaching methodology is anchored in whole child and project-based learning approaches. Novastar's vision is becoming a community hub where children and families grow and learn together, reaching their unique personal potential. Our values of community, innovation, and life-long learning are the principles for our company's philosophy, operations, and service. The service is provided with integrity, rigor, and empathy.

    About the Role:

    Join Novastar Kids Co as a full-time ECE Teacher Floater and become an essential part of our teaching team! We are looking for a flexible, adaptable educator who thrives in dynamic environments and enjoys working with children across multiple age groups. In this role, you will float between classrooms throughout the day to maintain staff-to-child ratios, cover teacher breaks, assist during transitions, and provide support wherever needed. This position is perfect for someone who loves variety, builds relationships easily, and is passionate about ensuring continuity of care for all children in our center.

    Responsibilities:

    Float between classrooms throughout the day to maintain required staff-to-child ratios.

    Provide break coverage for lead teachers and assistant teachers.

    Assist during high-need times including arrival, departure, mealtimes, and transitions.

    Adapt quickly to different classroom environments, routines, and age groups (6 weeks to 6 years).

    Follow established lesson plans and daily schedules provided by lead teachers.

    Supervise and engage students in developmentally appropriate activities.

    Maintain a safe, responsive, and nurturing environment in all classrooms.

    Tend to children's personal care needs including diapering, toileting, feeding, and nap supervision.

    Follow all health, safety, and sanitation protocols including proper food handling.

    Implement behavior guidance techniques consistent with classroom practices.

    Support students with special needs following provided accommodation instructions.

    Supervise children on the playground and during transitions.

    Communicate with lead teachers about student needs and daily activities.

    Build positive relationships with children, families, and staff across all classrooms.

    Requirements:

    High school diploma or GED required; Associate degree in Early Childhood Education preferred.

    Colorado Shines PDIS 3.0 Level 1 minimum (Level 2 preferred).

    Current CPR and First Aid certification.

    Experience in childcare, preschool, or similar educational setting.

    Knowledge of child development across all age groups (6 weeks to 6 years).

    Ability to quickly adapt to different classroom environments and routines.

    Strong verbal and written communication skills.

    Ability to work cooperatively with multiple classroom teams.

    Ability to implement behavior guidance techniques.

    Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.

    Ability to work with children requiring diapering and toileting assistance.

    Ability to maintain confidentiality in all aspects of the job.

    Criminal background check and fingerprinting required for hire.

    This business is independently owned and operated. Your application will go directly to the business, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this business. All inquiries about employment at this business should be made directly to this location.