Elementary Floater Teacher

Description

The person selected for this position will be responsible for supporting as needed in the classroom with students ranging from Kindergarten to 5^th grade.  The floater will report directly to the assigned campus each day and will receive the teaching assignment for the day.  If the floater is not needed to cover a specific class for the day, he or she will assist the classroom teachers in the general supervision and management of a classroom of children, or provide assistance to the principal as needed.  Per business needs, travel might be required to support other nearby campuses.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Be alert at all times by providing proper visual supervision.
• Abide by all Stratford safety protocols.
• Substitute as needed. 
• Assist in the classroom and/or office as needed.
• Special duties as assigned by the supervising principal.
• If a teaching position becomes available during the school year, the floater teacher is the first teacher assigned to the classroom.   Attend all staff meetings, including quarterly grade-level meetings, and in-house training programs.
• Establish our non-punitive method of classroom discipline, seeking positive rather than negative methods to correct student behavior.
• Perform daily tasks and responsibilities with integrity, making effective use of time schedules and not requiring constant reminders to complete tasks.
• Treat all children with dignity and respect.
• Demonstrate patience and self-control in dealing with students and staff.
• Display energy and enthusiasm, maintaining evident interest in the job.
• Contribute and share ideas freely with other staff members.
• Use appropriate language in and out of the classroom.
• Appropriately dressed, well groomed, and neat.

Skills/Knowledge/Education:

Prior to being hired, a Floater teacher shall have a Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited or approved college or university. A transcript and/or copy of the degree from the approved university/college must verify the coursework or a current and valid teaching credential issued by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing.
Salary range $50,000-$60,000