Floater, (Oak Ridge, TN), Learning Centers

Floater/Assistant

• Pay: $15.00 $17.00 per hour (based on shift and experience)
• Hours: Full-time (Mon - Fri)
• Benefits Include: Medical Dental Vision Paid Time Off (PTO) Retirement Plan and more!

Early Learning Center/Little Learning Lab

The Early Learning Center and Little Learning Lab at Emory Valley Center in Oak Ridge TN provide a nurturing inclusive and stimulating environment where young children of all abilities can grow explore and thrive. Designed to support early development through hands-on learning individualized attention and evidence-based practices our programs help build a strong foundation for lifelong success. With passionate highly trained staff and a focus on both education and social-emotional growth families can feel confident their children are receiving the highest quality care. Whether youre seeking a supportive preschool early intervention services or a safe and engaging place for your child to learn and play Emory Valley Center is the ideal choicewhere every child is valued and every family is welcomed.

The Emory Valley Center

At the Emory Valley Center in Oak Ridge TN everything we do is about the people we supportadults and children with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) who deserve the chance to live full meaningful lives. For over 70 years weve walked alongside these incredible individuals helping them achieve greater independence connect with their communities and reach their personal goals. Whether its supporting someone in their first job helping a child find their voice through therapy or creating a safe welcoming home our team plays a vital role in life-changing moments every day. If youre looking for more than just a jobif you want to be inspired uplifted and part of something truly specialwed love for you to join us.

Responsibilities:

As a Floater your day-to-day responsibilities would include supporting lead teachers in planning and implementing classroom activities supervising children to ensure safety assisting with personal care needs like diapering feeding and toileting maintaining a clean and engaging learning environment encouraging positive behaviors and documenting each childs daily experiences and developmental progress. Youll play an essential role in creating a nurturing inclusive space where every child is supported and celebrated.

• Classroom Engagement: Assist lead teachers in planning and implementing daily activities.
• Child Supervision: Ensure the safety and well-being of all children through active monitoring.
• Personal Care Support: Help with diapering toileting feeding and other care routines.
• Environment Maintenance: Keep the classroom clean organized and inviting.
• Behavior Guidance: Foster positive behavior using consistent routines and positive reinforcement.
• Record-Keeping: Document childrens daily activities and developmental progress.

EVERY PERSON DESERVES A FULFILLING CAREER

• Attractive Compensation: Enjoy the flexibility of Pay on Demand (NetSpend) along with a comprehensive benefits package for our full-time team members featuring a 401(k) plan with company match and special differential/premium pay for a condensed 3-day workweek! Plus we offer a benefits package for our part-time employees as well.
• Paid Time Off: Enjoy generous paid time off along with holiday pay to rejuvenate ensuring you bring your best self to work each day.
• A Strong Support System: Our supervisors are genuinely invested in the well-being of both our individuals and you!
• Job Security: Enjoy peace of mind with a position at a well-established and thriving company that actively encourages internal mobility and career advancement.
• Learning and Development:We are committed to your growth and equip you with the essential tools and training to build a rewarding career.
• Wellness & Benefit Program: Life Insurance Employee Assistance Program Referral Program Gym Membership and more!

If youre eager to create a positive impact in a Direct Support Professional position or if youre simply curious about what Emory Valley Center has to offer we invite you to apply using the links provided or reach out to Michelle Whitt at .

Emory Valley is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the Center to provide equal employment opportunity to all persons regardless of age color national origin citizenship status physical or mental disability race religion creed gender sex sexual orientation gender identity and/or expression genetic information marital status with regard to public assistance veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local law.