Float & After Care Teacher, early childhood

Job Description

Job Description
About This Role

Come join our collaborative, equity-centered team and make magical things happen for children! The Garland School is seeking a dual-role float & after care teacher to work in our Waldorf-inspired, nature-based program starting August 24, 2026. This is a great opportunity for someone seeking an introduction to Waldorf-inspired work with young children, and/or working with children outdoors in all weather. The float & after care teacher will work alongside Garland teachers and be supervised by the Program Director. This teacher will work with children ages 1 - 6 in a multiage group.

What You'll Do

Our teachers are invited to design an environment that speaks to their interests, strengths and vision of early childhood education. The Float & After Care Teacher has two roles:

• 1) cover breaks and prep time for full-time classroom teachers during the school day
• 2) supervise children during after care hours with attention to the emotional, cognitive, and physical needs of each child, as well as complete any regularly-scheduled chores that need to happen during that time. When possible, the teacher will engage the children in helping with the meaningful work of chores.
• Maintain a safe fun environment for the after care program
• Serve and supervise children after care snack
• Diaper changes for those in diapers
• Prepare children for pickup
• Greet parent/caregivers picking children up and convey messages from teachers
• Complete chores to close the school
• Log late pickups

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• 2 years of prior experience with young children (including toddlers)
• Completion of 3 college credits in human development or education, Fundamentals for Early Childhood Professionals, Vermont Afterschool Essentials Certificate within 12 months of employment
• 3 references from past work experience, including with young children
• Team player; enthusiastic about working with other adults and taking care of children and the school environment.

Benefits

• Paid school breaks and holidays
• Paid personal, sick, and bereavement leave
• Professional development stipends and mentorship stipends
• Supplemental insurance plan
• Healthcare costs stipend