Position Summary
Relay Children's Center is seeking an energetic, dependable, and motivated individual to join our team as a Teacher's Aide, Floater, and Classroom Support Staff member. This position is ideal for someone who genuinely enjoys working with children, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and takes pride in being a dependable member of a team.
This is not a position for someone looking to simply supervise children while watching the clock. We are looking for an individual who is engaged, proactive, and willing to jump in wherever needed to support the children, staff, and overall operation of the center.
Our ideal candidate is positive, hardworking, flexible, and understands that providing exceptional care requires teamwork, initiative, and professionalism every day.
Essential Responsibilities
Assist lead teachers with classroom activities throughout the day.
Provide supervision and ensure the safety and well-being of children at all times.
Interact with children through play, conversation, learning activities, music, art, outdoor play, and daily routines.
Assist with diapering, toileting, meals, snacks, rest time, playground supervision, and transitions.
Float between classrooms as needed while maintaining consistency and professionalism.
Help prepare classrooms, learning materials, and activities.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe learning environment.
Communicate professionally with parents during arrivals, departures, and throughout the day as needed.
Assist with opening, closing, and daily classroom responsibilities.
Follow all licensing regulations and Relay Children's Center policies and procedures.
Participate in required training and continuing education.
Cleaning Responsibilities
Cleaning is an essential part of this position and is everyone's responsibility.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Cleaning classrooms throughout the day
Sanitizing toys and learning materials
Sweeping and mopping floors
Cleaning tables, chairs, shelves, and counters
Organizing classroom materials
Assisting with laundry
Taking out trash
Cleaning bathrooms
Restocking supplies
Completing closing cleaning duties
Employees are expected to remain productive throughout their shift. If assigned tasks have been completed, staff members are expected to identify additional ways to assist the team by cleaning, organizing, preparing materials, or helping in another classroom.
The Person We Are Looking For
The ideal candidate is:
Patient and kind with children
Energetic and enthusiastic
Dependable and punctual
Flexible and adaptable
Professional in appearance and attitude
Self-motivated
Organized
Able to work independently without constant supervision
Comfortable working with children of all ages
A strong team player who willingly helps wherever needed
Observant enough to recognize when another staff member needs assistance
Comfortable communicating with parents in a friendly and professional manner
Committed to providing a safe, positive, and nurturing environment for every child
Previous experience working with children is preferred but not required. Experience caring for younger siblings, babysitting, coaching, volunteering, church programs, camps, or similar experiences are all valuable.
Physical Requirements
Applicants should be able to:
Frequently lift and carry children.
Sit, stand, bend, kneel, and move throughout the day.
Participate in active indoor and outdoor play.
Run, play, and engage with children during activities.
Work in a fast-paced childcare environment.
Schedule Expectations
This position requires a flexible schedule.
The center operates Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM until 5:30 PM.
Applicants should have availability during these hours throughout both the summer and the regular school year.
This position will primarily work afternoon and closing shifts, although schedules may vary based on the needs of the center.
Applicants seeking only temporary summer employment should clearly communicate that during the interview process.
Professional Expectations
Successful employees:
Arrive on time and prepared to work.
Maintain reliable attendance.
Communicate professionally.
Take initiative without waiting to be asked.
Support coworkers.
Accept feedback professionally.
Maintain a positive attitude.
Demonstrate sound judgment.
Place the safety and well-being of children above all else.
Employees are expected to remain actively engaged throughout their shift. Cell phone use is limited to breaks and emergencies unless otherwise authorized.
Hiring Requirements
Resume required.
Applicants should include all relevant experience, including employment, babysitting, volunteer work, athletics, clubs, leadership positions, academic achievements, and other experiences demonstrating responsibility and commitment.
Employment is contingent upon:
Successful interview
Reference checks
State and federal fingerprint-based background check
Completion of all required employment paperwork
Meeting Maryland childcare licensing requirements
Who Will Thrive Here
This position is an excellent fit for someone who enjoys staying busy, takes pride in their work, notices what needs to be done without being asked, enjoys working as part of a team, and wants to make a meaningful difference in children's lives every day.
This position is probably not a good fit for someone seeking a quiet, low-demand job with significant downtime. Childcare is active, fast-paced, and requires constant engagement, teamwork, flexibility, and a genuine commitment to providing exceptional care.
Pay: From $15.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Professional development assistance
- Tuition reimbursement
Work Location: In person
