Preschool Floater

Job Description

Job Description

Full-Time Floater Teacher (Ages 18 Months – Kindergarten)
Start Date: August 10, 2026
End Date: June 10, 2027
Hours: Monday – Thursday: 8:30 am – 3:30 pm
Fridays: 8:30 am – 2:00 pm

About Us

CMCH Preschool is a Jewish nonprofit private school serving children ages 18 months through Kindergarten. We are a warm, vibrant Jewish educational community designed to foster curiosity, joy, and a lifelong love of learning.

At CMCH, we prioritize creating a happy, supportive workplace. We believe that when teachers and staff feel valued, connected, and excited to come to work, that positivity is reflected directly in the children. We intentionally cultivate camaraderie, friendship, and teamwork, creating a true home away from home for both staff and families.

If you are looking for meaningful work in a warm environment where no two days look exactly the same, CMCH may be the perfect fit.

About the Role

We are seeking a full-time Floater Teacher who is flexible, adaptable, energetic, and enjoys working with children across a variety of ages and classrooms. The ideal candidate brings an upbeat, positive, can-do attitude , enjoys helping wherever needed, and thrives in an environment where every day looks a little different.

This position supports children ages 18 months through 6 years old , stepping into classrooms as needed, assisting teachers, supporting transitions, and helping maintain a smooth, joyful, and engaging school day.

A floater is often one of the most recognized and beloved staff members in the building. You become a familiar face throughout the school, build relationships with every class, and have the opportunity to impact the entire school community.

Why Become a Floater?

• Every day is different; variety keeps the role exciting and engaging

• Build relationships with all of the children, not just one classroom

• Gain experience across multiple age groups and developmental stages

• Learn different teaching styles, classroom environments, and routines

• Become a trusted and familiar face throughout the school community

• Great opportunity for future classroom growth and leadership roles

• Perfect for someone who enjoys movement, flexibility, problem-solving, and teamwork

• Never boring; each day brings new experiences, classrooms, and opportunities to connect

General Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To:

• Assist classroom teachers across toddler and primary environments as needed

• Support children academically, socially, emotionally, and physically throughout the school day

• Help maintain safe, organized, welcoming, and prepared classroom environments

• Supervise children during classroom activities, outdoor play, water play, lunch, rest time, transitions, and special events

• Step confidently and positively into different classrooms and routines as needed

• Assist with classroom setup, cleanup, organization, and preparation of materials

• Support classroom management and help maintain consistency for children during transitions

• Build positive relationships with students, families, and staff members across the school

• Demonstrate patience, flexibility, kindness, professionalism, and a willingness to help wherever needed

• Assist with schoolwide events, celebrations, special programs, and activities throughout the year

• Attend staff meetings, trainings, and school events as required

• Participate in August in-service week and required professional development opportunities

Requirements

• Experience working with young children preferred

• Early Childhood Education background preferred but not required

• Montessori experience is a plus, but not required

• Comfortable working with children ages 18 months – 6 years

• Flexible, adaptable, and comfortable moving between classrooms and responsibilities throughout the day

• Strong communication skills with children, families, and colleagues

• Positive, upbeat personality with a strong can-do attitude and willingness to jump in wherever support is needed

• Have obtained, or be willing to obtain, First Aid and CPR Certifications (paid for by employer)

• Willing to complete annual professional development hours (paid for by employer)

• Willing to obtain a background check through the Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning

The Ideal Candidate Is…

Warm. Flexible. Adaptable. Creative. Team-oriented. Calm under pressure. Upbeat and solution-focused with a true “jump in and help” mindset.

You enjoy variety, thrive in changing environments, and love building relationships across an entire school community. You bring positive energy into every classroom and understand that flexibility is one of your greatest strengths.

Most importantly, you approach each day with an enthusiastic, can-do attitude , knowing that some of the best moments in early childhood happen when we work together.

Learn more about CMCH:
CMCH Preschool

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