Floater
The Child Center of NY
Woodside, NY, 11377
Other Full-time Onsite $19.50 - $20.04 an hour
Posted 12 days ago (March 21, 2026)
Organization Statement

The Child Center of NY strengthens children and families with skills, opportunities, and emotional support to build healthy, successful lives. Founded in 1953, The Child Center of NY has become a powerful community presence throughout the city. With 50 locations and 100 programs in NYC’s most under-served communities, our 1,000+ results-oriented professionals make a difference for more than 40,000 children and their families each year

Job Description

The Floater is responsible for helping in the classrooms and assisting the family worker. This will include a variety of tasks including classroom supports and family worker supports as needed. 

  • In the classroom the floater is responsible for the creation of a responsive, age-appropriate experience that fosters the physical, social, emotional, and intellectual growth of the children.
  • In the office the floater is responsible for assisting the family worker with implementing and participating in a coordinated approach to ERSEA (Eligibility, Recruitment, Selection, Enrollment, Attendance), Health Services, Family and Community Engagement, and Mental Health services for the promotion of overall family wellness.  
Responsibilities

Classroom Teacher Aide Role 

  • Perform the functions of this position with a strong understanding of the Head Start Performance Standards and the component plans; and thorough knowledge and application of Developmentally Appropriate Practices
  • Assist in facilitating activities of the children, including: daily activities, field trips, selecting and arranging equipment and materials in the classroom
  • Collaborate with other staff and classroom team members to maintain the function of classroom, focused on meeting the needs of children both collect and individual
  • Assist in maintaining a safe and healthy classroom environment. Assure that classroom equipment, furniture, materials, and supplies are properly maintained and stored;
  • Assist in conducting daily health checklist and monthly environment checklist
  • Assist in assuring that files are complete, accurate, and confidentially is maintained
  • Perform other duties, as may be required 

 

Family Worker Role

  • Perform the functions of this position with a strong understanding of the Head Start Program Performance Standards in addition to local, state and other federal guidelines 
  • Assure program is in compliance with the ERSEA Protocol  
  • Monitor compliance using electronic data management systems
  • Participate and coordinate the development and progress of family engagement activities including Family Engagement Goal Setting 
  • Assist, clarify, and communicate disability services, standards, and regulations to parent when required and/or requested  
  • Establish and maintain communication with parents to ensure opportunities for active program involvement and intervention services    
  • Maintain family service files to assure files are complete, accurate and confidentiality is maintained in accordance with agency specific requirements, local, state and federal requirements
  • Monitor and collect data for funding streams, monthly reports and annual program information report (PIR)  
  • Perform other duties, as may be required  
Qualifications
  • A High School Diploma or GED
  • Within 18 months of hire, at a minimum, a credential or certification in social work, human services, family services, counseling or a related field.  
  • Within 18 months of hire, at a minimum, a credential or certification early childhood education or related field.  
  • Experience working with children
  • Will support families that predominantly speak Spanish or Bengali and others, may be required depending on client needs 
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office products 
  • Ability to plan and carry out assignments independently
  • Ability to prioritize, adhere to timelines and multi-task 
  • Minimum Education Level: Highschool Graduate or GED
  • Preferred Education Level: CDA Credential
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Position: Floater
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