Float Teacher and Closer Elyria

Tiny Town Childcare & Learning Center - Kent and Painesville

Float Teacher and Closer Elyria

Elyria, OH
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Position Overview The Float Teacher/Closer supports multiple classrooms throughout the day, helping teachers maintain a smooth, safe, and engaging environment. As the day winds down, this role transitions into the center closer—keeping routines consistent, helping children finish their day calmly, and ensuring the building is properly closed according to licensing standards.

    What You’ll Do

    Jump into toddler, preschool, and school‑age rooms as needed to support teachers

    Play, interact, and engage with children at their level—floor play, sensory activities, outdoor time, and simple routines

    Help maintain a safe, clean, and organized classroom environment

    Follow daily schedules and support transitions (snack, bathroom, outside, end‑of‑day routines)

    Build positive relationships with children and families

    Communicate with staff and leadership to ensure smooth classroom coverage

    As the closer, tidy classrooms, complete end‑of‑day cleaning tasks, and secure the building

    Follow all state licensing rules, center policies, and safety expectations

    What We’re Looking For

    Someone patient, playful, and comfortable working with toddlers and young preschoolers

    A flexible team player who can move between classrooms with ease

    Strong communication skills and a positive attitude

    Reliable, professional, and able to maintain routines and expectations

    Experience in childcare preferred, but we’re willing to train the right person

    Schedule & Pay

    Afternoon shift with closing responsibilities

    Competitive hourly rate based on experience