Childcare Floater

Clarksville, TN | Full-Time | $10.50–$14.50/hour

Are you passionate about early childhood development and nurturing young minds?

Kids Depot, a 3-Star State of Tennessee licensed child care and preschool program, is seeking a dependable and compassionate Daycare Floater to support our classrooms across all age groups (infants to school age). As a floater, you’ll step in where needed to ensure our children continue to thrive in a nurturing, safe, and structured environment. 

What We Offer:

• Competitive pay
• Health, dental, vision & life insurance
• Paid holidays, vacation & sick time
• Flexible schedules (between 6:00 AM–6:00 PM)
• Paid training + ongoing professional development
• Reduced childcare rate for dependents
• Career advancement & internal promotion opportunities

About Us: Founded in 1999, Kids Depot serves children ages 6 weeks to 12 years and is proudly licensed under the TN Department of Human Services. We provide before and after-school care with transportation to local elementary schools. Learn more: kidsdepot.org

Your Role as an Preschool Teacher:

The following duties are representative of the responsibilities required for this position. Additional duties may be assigned as needed.

• Plan and implement a developmentally appropriate classroom curriculum that supports the physical, social, emotional, and intellectual growth of each child, aligned with Kids Depot’s educational goals.
• Maintain consistent daily routines such as diapering, potty training, handwashing, meals, nap time, and transitions in a manner that is prompt, hygienic, and supports healthy child development.
• Ensure a safe and engaging classroom environment through active supervision, thoughtful room arrangement, equipment upkeep, and regular emergency drills.
• Operate the classroom in full compliance with DHS childcare licensing standards, including strict adherence to the prohibition of corporal punishment and all safety and care regulations.
• Create a warm, welcoming, and inclusive classroom environment where children feel secure and valued.
• Use positive guidance techniques to support self-regulation, emotional development, and appropriate behavior.
• Encourage self-expression and creativity through conversation, imaginative play, and hands-on activities.
• Incorporate rich language experiences and activities that build vocabulary, communication, and listening skills.
• Foster critical thinking and problem-solving skills through activities like sorting, classifying, and generalizing, while supporting positive peer interactions and social learning.
• Maintain open and ongoing communication with parents, including daily updates and regularly scheduled parent-teacher conferences.
• Keep accurate and up-to-date documentation on each child’s developmental progress and classroom observations.
• Participate in staff meetings, trainings, and professional development, and share knowledge gained to support center-wide growth.
• Collaborate with fellow teachers and team members to ensure curriculum continuity, consistent standards, and a high-quality learning environment across all classrooms.

*** This position requires a criminal background check. ***

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED (required)
• 1+ year of experience in a supervised early childhood setting
• CPR & First Aid certified (preferred)
• Early Childhood Education credentials (CDA preferred)
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs and pass a background check & drug screen
• Reliable transportation and schedule flexibility