Preschool Assistant/Float Church of the Lakes Canton, OH Job Details Part-time From $14.50 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Paid time off Flexible schedule Qualifications Student supervision Teamwork Personal service experience with children Performing background checks Cleaning Full Job Description Preschool Assistant Float -

Part-Time Location:

Ohio Position Type:

Part-Time, Monday-Friday Hours:

Approximately 12:00 PM-5:30 PM, with some flexibility Position Overview Our preschool is seeking a caring, dependable, and flexible Preschool Assistant Float to join our team! This position is an important part of creating a safe, nurturing, and Christ-centered environment where young children can learn, grow, and feel loved and valued. The Preschool Assistant Float provides support wherever it is most needed throughout the preschool. Each day may look a little different. You may assist in different classrooms, provide additional coverage, help with transitions, support teachers, or step in when a classroom needs an extra set of hands. We are looking for someone who genuinely enjoys working with young children, works well as part of a team, and is willing to jump in wherever needed with a positive and servant-hearted attitude.

Responsibilities:

• Provide support and assistance in preschool classrooms as needed.
• Float between classrooms to provide coverage and additional support.
• Assist teachers with daily activities, routines, and transitions.
• Build positive, caring relationships with children and help them feel safe, welcomed, and loved.
• Support a nurturing, Christ-centered classroom environment consistent with the mission and values of our church preschool.
• Help supervise and engage children in developmentally appropriate activities.
• Assist with snacks, meals, rest time, bathroom routines, and other daily classroom needs.
• Encourage kindness, compassion, respect, and positive interactions among children.
• Help maintain a clean, safe, organized, and welcoming classroom environment.
• Work cooperatively and respectfully with teachers, staff, and families.
• Be willing to step into different classrooms and assist wherever the greatest need exists.
• Follow all preschool policies, procedures, health and safety guidelines, and applicable State of Ohio child care licensing requirements.
• Participate in required training and professional development.
• Maintain confidentiality and demonstrate professionalism in all interactions.
• Support the overall mission and ministry of the church preschool. Qualifications
• A genuine love for young children and a desire to help them learn and grow.
• Previous experience working with preschool-aged children is preferred.
• Dependable, punctual, patient, and responsible.
• Flexible and comfortable working with different classrooms, teachers, and age groups.
• Positive, nurturing, and able to remain calm in a busy preschool environment.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• A willingness to serve wherever needed and contribute to a positive team environment.
• Ability to support and uphold the Christian values and mission of our church preschool.
• Must meet applicable State of Ohio child care licensing requirements , including required background checks, training, and health and safety requirements. Schedule
• Monday-Friday
• Approximately 12:00 PM-5:30 PM
• Part-time
• Some flexibility with start and end times may be available.

What We're Looking For We are looking for someone who sees working with children as more than just a job. Our preschool is a place where we have the opportunity to care for children and families, encourage their growth, and demonstrate God's love through our words and actions. The right person will be kind, dependable, flexible, patient, and willing to serve wherever needed . If you love working with young children and would enjoy being part of a caring, faith-based preschool team, we would love to hear from you! Join us in creating a safe, loving, and Christ-centered environment where every child can learn, grow, and feel valued.

Pay:

From $14.50 per hour Expected hours: 25.0 - 30.0 per week

Benefits:

Flexible schedule Paid time off

Work Location:

In person