Floater Assistant Teacher
Company: Catherine Hershey School
Location: Middletown
Posted on: February 26, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description CHS Middletown - Middletown, PA Full-Time The
Floater Assistant Teacher is a supportive team member, accountable
for continuing to support children when others are absent. This
individual is responsible for covering breaks, assisting classroom
teachers, and keeping a clean classroom environment. This
individual is expected to provide guidance, training, and
assistance in the classroom and throughout the center. The Floater
Assistant Teacher is assigned to a classroom as needed and must be
ready to shift to another classroom and/or environment as the
situation requires. This individual will assist teaching staff with
the implementation of the curriculum in the classroom. The Floater
Assistant Teacher reports to the Assistant Director and regularly
consults with the Assistant Director to address risks and issues.
The starting hourly rate for this position is in the range of
$18.92 to $19.49 per hour, based on expertise. Responsibilities:
Monitoring child attendance Greeting children and parents
pleasantly and appropriately and ensuring a smooth transition into
the classroom Following lesson plans Working with Lead and
Associate teachers on lesson planning Assisting in the preparation
of instructional materials and learning aides Supervising children
and providing guidance to them on tasks Promoting social,
emotional, and language development of children in the classroom
Supporting screenings, assessments, and ongoing evaluation of
child's developmental level of progress Assisting in implementing
specialized learning plans for students (Individual Education Plan
IEPs etc.) Assisting in tracking child progress Maintaining a safe
and healthy classroom environment through continued awareness of
classroom activities Keeping equipment and materials necessary for
activities in good condition Understanding CHS performance
standards Upholding CHS standards and procedures within the
classroom Attending teaching workshops and meetings Giving feedback
to staff where applicable Collaborating with other members of the
teaching staff to understand lesson plans and classroom
expectations Acting as a role model in the classroom and assisting
with classroom duties as needed Maintaining confidentiality as it
pertains to program, staff, and families Other duties as assigned
Qualifications: High School Diploma with the ability to obtain the
CDA (Child Development Associate) Accreditation within two years of
hire, or qualifications equivalent to CDA (12 college credits in
Early Childhood education, Elementary Education, Early Childhood
Special Education, Child Development) CDA (Child Development
Associate) Accreditation from the Council of Professional
Recognition preferredUp to 1 year experience working with children
from birth - 5 years Level A or B certification in the PA ECE
Career Pathway preferred Demonstrated understanding of and ability
to effectively work with low-income families preferred
Comfortability with technology including MS Office Suite (Outlook,
Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) and /or willingness to learn
Responsible, enthusiastic, and cares about working in a
mission-focused organization Willingness to be held accountable and
receive feedback Ability to physically interact with children
(e.g., talk, hear, stoop, kneel, crouch, etc.) and lift and or move
items of up to 40 pounds Ability to work in a fast-paced
environment with changing priorities Ability to proactively
identify problems and implement solutions Commitment to the mission
and values of CHS and MHS and demonstrated high degree of integrity
as all MHS and CHS staff are considered to be role models for
children U.S. work authorization and successful completion of
pre-employment background checks and clearances Who we are and what
were looking for At CHS, we are leaders passionate about early
childhood education and community betterment. Our work is driven by
the desire to endow children with the resources for educational and
physical well-being, while supporting and empowering their
families. We listen to the needs of our diverse community and adapt
to give everyone a voice. We hold each-other accountable for
bringing our best and most authentic selves to school every day,
creating an environment of mutual respect. We strive to build a
team of individuals that is passionate about our mission, brings in
new creative ideas, and loves their work. If this sounds like you,
we look forward to seeing your application. Apply Now
Keywords: Catherine Hershey School, Redwood City , Floater Assistant Teacher, Education / Teaching , Middletown, California
