Floating Teacher Growing Minds Collective Norwalk, CT Job Details Part-time From $18 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Paid time off Qualifications CPR Certification Maintaining an organized workspace Teacher collaboration Early childhood education High school diploma or GED First Aid Certification Clean workspace maintenance Full Job Description Join Our Team & Grow With Us! We're looking for an educator who sees early childhood education as more than a job—someone who is passionate about child development, values meaningful relationships with children and families, and is excited to grow alongside an evolving program. This Floater position is starting at approximately 8 hours per week (Tuesdays 3:15pm to 5:30pm and Thursdays 12:00pm to 5:30pm), with the opportunity for those hours to increase as our enrollment grows and we expand our program. For the right person, there is also potential to transition into a more consistent Assistant Teacher role as we continue through our expansion. We anticipate a hire date of November 1, 2026, but could be sooner depending on when we are granted our new license from the CT OEC. We believe the best educators are lifelong learners who bring curiosity, flexibility, and a collaborative spirit to their work. As Growing Minds Collective grows from a family child care program into a larger early childhood education program, you'll have the opportunity to grow with us and become part of our team for the long term. Our vision extends beyond traditional early childhood programming to include expanded infant and preschool offerings, companion & me classes, K-2 learning pods, and other educational opportunities designed to support children and families throughout the early years. If you're looking for a meaningful opportunity to get to know our program, contribute to our classrooms, and potentially grow into a larger role over time, we'd love to hear from you! Job Summary Growing Minds Collective is a private nature-based early childhood education program serving children ages 6 months to 5 years. Rooted in nature with a play-centered philosophy, our program blends inspiration from the Reggio Emilia, Montessori, and Waldorf approaches to create a joyful, child-led learning environment where curiosity, creativity, and meaningful relationships thrive. We are entering an exciting new chapter as we transition from a licensed family childcare program to a licensed group childcare home, increasing our enrollment capacity and expanding our impact within the community. As our program grows, we remain committed to maintaining the close-knit culture, low teacher-to-child ratios, and individualized approach that have become the foundation of Growing Minds Collective. Position Summary

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• We're seeking a Floating Teacher to provide intermittent support for our program. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys creating organized, welcoming spaces and wants to play an important behind-the-scenes role in supporting our educators and children. ​ Our Floating Teacher will assist with classroom coverage as needed, help maintain a clean and organized learning environment, support end-of-day routines, and ensure classrooms are prepared for the next day. This role is a great fit for someone pursuing early childhood education, a college student looking for meaningful experience, or someone seeking a part-time opportunity within a growing early childhood program. ​

Position Details:

Position Type:

Part-time with room to grow with the organization

Hours:

Tuesdays 3:15pm to 5:30pm & Thursdays 12:00pm to 5:30pm

Start Date:

November 1, 2026

Location:

Norwalk, CT Primary Responsibilities Provide classroom support to both infant/toddler and preschool classrooms based on the daily needs of the program. Support daily routines including meals, diapering, toileting, rest time, transitions, and outdoor learning. Maintain a clean, organized, and inviting learning environment through consistent organization and adherence to the program's daily and weekly cleaning schedules. Sanitize toys, learning materials, equipment, and classroom spaces in accordance with state licensing requirements and Growing Minds Collective's health and safety standards. Help prepare and reset classrooms throughout the day so learning environments remain organized, engaging, and ready for children's exploration. Anticipate classroom needs by replenishing supplies, organizing materials, and assisting with classroom setup and breakdown. Follow all Connecticut Office of Early Childhood licensing requirements and Growing Minds Collective policies and procedures. Foster a collaborative team environment by stepping in wherever additional support is needed to ensure the program operates smoothly. Qualifications Required Qualifications Must be 18 years or older. Currently pursuing, planning to pursue, or holding a degree in Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, Child Development, Special Education, or a related field. Passion for early childhood education and child development. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work collaboratively as part of a teaching team. Flexible, dependable, and willing to support the needs of the program each day. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Ability to maintain a clean, safe, organized, and engaging learning environment. Must meet all Connecticut Office of Early Childhood licensing requirements for employment. CPR/First Aid certified (or willing to obtain upon hire). Preferred Qualifications Experience working with young children in an early childhood setting, camp, school, or similar environment. Experience in a preschool, childcare, or nature-based education program. Familiarity with child-led, play-based philosophies such as Reggio Emilia, Montessori, or Waldorf. Interest in building a long-term career in early childhood or elementary education. Enthusiasm for growing alongside an expanding program with opportunities for increased responsibility and leadership over time. To qualify as a candidate, you must submit a resume to our

Program Director:

Jamie Torns |

Pay:

From $18.00 per hour Expected hours: 8.0 per week

Benefits:

Paid time off Application Question(s): Are you located in Norwalk, Darien, New Canaan, Wilton or Westport? Did you send your resume to ? Did you review our website to understand the unique story of our program and what our expansion vision is?

Education:

High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

Early childhood education: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

CPR Certification (Preferred) First Aid Certification (Preferred) Ability to

Commute:

Norwalk, CT 06854 (Required)

Work Location:

In person