Join the Child Development Center as a Floating Teacher working Monday-Friday 7:30am-4:00pm. A CDC Floating Teacher is responsible for supporting all aspects of our classroom environment in conjunction with Lead and Assistant Teachers.
Schedule and Benefits
About The Child Development Center
The Child Development Center (CDC) at The J offers families of children ages 12 months through five years both full- and part-time care. We have been providing outstanding childcare for more than 80 years. The CDC at The J provides a secure environment designed with child-appropriate equipment and décor, enabling children of all faiths and cultures to learn and grow to their full potential.
The curriculum is designed to promote self-esteem, independence, cooperative skills and the ability to problem-solve. Children thrive in our warm, vibrant environment. In addition to our curriculum, children are encouraged to participate in age-appropriate activities like American Red Cross swimming lessons and enrichment classes including cooking, art, science, and more. The J welcomes members, students and employees of all faiths.
Responsibilities
Requirements
Physical Requirements
This position requires frequent (2-5 hours per shift) standing, walking, carrying, and repetitive motions and occasional (up to 2 hours per shift) sitting, lifting up to 20 pounds, pushing/pulling, and stooping/crouching.
About The J
The J is committed to creating a diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. The J is Shabbat-Observant Friendly.
The mission of The J is to build a strong, vibrant and inclusive community that enhances wellness, meaning and joy based on Jewish values, heritage and culture. The J operates on these values:
The Jewish Community Center of Greater Kansas City ("The J") opened in 1914 in midtown Kansas City, Missouri, and has grown and adapted to serve the changing needs of Greater Kansas City's Jewish and secular communities. We continuously offer the finest in recreational, social and educational services as our facilities have transitioned to southern Overland Park, Kansas.
Our Mission
The mission of the Jewish Community Center of Greater Kansas City is to enrich our diverse community by cultivating an inclusive environment built upon Jewish values, heritage and culture. We offer programs of excellence that enhance wellness, meaning and joy from generation to generation.
Our Facility
Your membership to The J gives you the following benefits:
-Fitness & Sports: includes 75+ FREE Group Exercise classes, Personal Training, 3 Swimming pools, Basketball, Racquetball, CrossFit, TechnoGym Cardio and Strength Equipment, spa quality locker rooms and much more!
-Children's Programs: including Camps, After School Care, Vacation Days and our Nationally Accredited Child Development Center (CDC).
-Cultural Arts: including the annual Jewish Film Festival, various theatre productions, Jewish Arts Festival and a variety of other performers and events throughout the year!
-Adult Jewish Learning: includes a huge number of learning opportunities as well as interfaith programming.
-Heritage JCC: fun programs and events for seniors age 65+.
-School of Dance: dance classes for a variety of ages and skill levels.
The J is a pluralistic Jewish Community who serves the needs of the entire Greater Kansas City Community. We are open to people of all faiths and backgrounds. As a community JCC we offer a newly renovated fitness facility, excellent youth programs, cultural arts events for all ages, adult Jewish learning programs, senior adult activities and much more!
