Federal Work Study - Floater Teacher

About Us

Albany State University is a fully accredited senior unit of the University System of Georgia. Employees receive benefits provided by the University System of Georgia, including, but not limited to, medical and major medical insurance, group life insurance, participation in the Georgia Teachers Retirement System, Optional Retirement Plan (Faculty and exempt employees only), Social Security and Tuition Assistance Program after six months of employment.

Location

Our West Campus is located at 2400 Gillionville Road, Albany, GA 31707. Our East Campus is located at 504 College Drive, Albany, GA 31705. The Human Resources office for both campuses is located on the West Campus in Building K, Suite 209.

Job Summary

The Floater Teacher is responsible for providing flexible classroom support throughout the center while ensuring a safe, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate learning environment for all children. The Floater Teacher assists Lead Teachers and Assistant Teachers by providing coverage during breaks, planning periods, staff absences, transitions, and high-need classroom situations. This position requires adaptability, teamwork, and the ability to build positive relationships with children of varying ages. The Floater Teacher works collaboratively with all classroom staff to ensure each childs developmental, emotional, physical, and intellectual needs are met while maintaining consistency in classroom routines and center policies.

Responsibilities

• Provide classroom coverage for Lead Teachers and Assistant Teachers during breaks, planning

periods, meetings, and staff absences.

• Assist in maintaining appropriate teacher-to-child ratios throughout the center.
• Adapt quickly to different classrooms, age groups, daily routines, and teaching styles.
• Support the implementation of daily classroom schedules, lesson plans, and learning activities.
• Supervise children at all times to ensure their safety and well-being.
• Engage children in developmentally appropriate learning experiences, play, and positive

interactions.

• Assist with preparing classroom materials, learning centers, and daily activities.
• Help maintain a clean, organized, and safe classroom environment in every classroom assigned.
• Assist with conducting and documenting daily health and safety checks when assigned.
• Support childrens developmental progress by observing and communicating important information

to classroom teachers.

• Maintain positive and professional communication with families as directed by the Lead Teacher or

Director.

• Encourage positive behavior using appropriate guidance and classroom management techniques.

Assist children with daily routines, including meals, toileting, handwashing, rest time, diapering

(when applicable), and classroom transitions.

• Help maintain classroom supplies and notify classroom staff or administration when additional

materials are needed.

• Follow all policies and procedures established by the center and Bright from the Start.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding children, families, and staff.
• Participate in staff meetings, professional development, and required training.
• Demonstrate flexibility, professionalism, teamwork, and a positive attitude while working with

multiple classrooms.

• Serve as a positive role model by maintaining appropriate conduct, appearance, and professional

behavior.

• Report any safety concerns, incidents, injuries, or suspected child abuse immediately according to

center policy.

• Perform light cleaning duties, including sanitizing toys, tables, bathrooms, cots, playground

equipment, and classroom materials throughout the day.

• Assist with playground supervision, outdoor activities, field trips, and special events as assigned.
• Support classroom setup, organization, and end-of-day closing procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director, Program Coordinator, or Lead Classroom Teacher.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Child Development Associate (CDA) credential preferred or willingness to obtain.
• Minimum of six (6) months of experience working with young children preferred.
• Must meet all state licensing requirements, including background check and required training.
• Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds.
• Have the mobility required to ensure the safety of children.
• Repetitive bending, stooping, stretching, and lifting.
• Ability to sit, kneel, and work with children on the floor.
• Work outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Visual and hearing abilities consistent with childcare licensing safety requirements.
• Perform light housekeeping and classroom sanitation.
• Basic computer skills for documentation and communication.
• Ability to move throughout the facility and transition between classrooms as needed.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Ability to work cooperatively with children, families, and staff.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to adapt quickly to different classrooms and age groups.
• Ability to follow directions while also working independently when needed.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Patience, reliability, flexibility, and professionalism.
• Understanding of child development principles preferred.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism at all times.
• Commitment to providing high-quality early childhood education and care.

Contact Information

For more information or questions about a job posting, please contact the Office of Human Recourses at (229) 500-2026, or by email at hrasu@asurams.edu. For technical support, please call OneUSG Connect Support at (877) 251.2644, or by email at sscsupport@ssc.usg.edu.

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Institutional Values

Excellence

We achieve outcomes of the highest quality, hold ourselves accountable to the highest standard and are committed to continuous improvement in University programs and services.

Respect

We are directed by tenets of ethics, treating other with courteous regard, and being civil in our interactions.

Community

We strive to build community and value a good mindset.

Teamwork

We seek partnerships within the University and community. We practice a supportive spirit that results in the implementation of plans, actions and shared results.

Learning

We cultivate a practice of global pedagogies in a learning environment.

Conditions of Employment

All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Albany State University.

Certain positions may also require the selected candidate to submit to or have:

• a credit check completed for "Positions of Trust" and/or approved departmental purchase card usage
• a motor vehicle report for positions that require driving an Albany State University vehicle
• a successful pre-employment drug test

Equal Employment Opportunity

Albany State University is an equal employment, equal access, and equal educational opportunity and affirmative action institution. It is the policy our institution to recruit, hire, train, promote and educate persons without regard to race, color, national or ethnical origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or veteran status as required by applicable state and federal laws (including Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, Sections 503, and 504, AREA, ADA, E.O. 11246, and Rev. Proc. 75-50). Albany State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Institution. For questions or more detailed information regarding this policy please contact the Albany State University Office of Human Resources at (229) 500-2026. Individuals requiring disability related accommodations for participation in any event or to obtain print materials in an alternative format, please contact the Disability Resource Center at 229-500-3442.