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The Preschool Floating Caregiver position at Catholic Diocese of Lansing is a Full-time or part-time position opportunity in the relevant field.

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Lansing, Illinois, 60438, United States

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Full-time or part-time position

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This role spans multiple industries.

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Compensation will be discussed during the hiring process.

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Preschool Floating Caregiver at Catholic Diocese of Lansing

FLOATING CAREGIVER DESCRIPTION

Great Start Readiness Program (GSRP)

Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish & School

2026-2027 school year - Starts in August of 2026

7:30 AM-3:30 PM, M-F

The GSRP Floating Caregiver offers flexible support to preschool students and teachers in GSRP classrooms, focusing on supervision, engagement, routines, and safety. While sharing many responsibilities with an early childhood paraprofessional, it does not handle lesson planning, documentation, or classroom leadership, serving mainly as a resource for on-demand instructional and behavioral support. Roles include supervising children during play, naptime, and activities, and assisting with meal prep and serving to ensure nutritious, age-appropriate meals.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: The requirements listed below represent the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.

Have a warm, supportive attitude toward children and families of all cultures
Associate’s degree in early childhood education, Child Development, or a related field OR
Child Development Associate (CDA) credential OR
Equivalent qualifications as approved by the State Board (minimum of 120 clock hours)
Training in CPR & First Aid, or willingness to be certified in both
Must be able to pass a comprehensive background check (including fingerprinting) before employment and periodically afterward.
Verification of negative TB status obtained within one year prior to employment.
Valid Drivers’ License required.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below represent the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities desired.

Evidence of successful teaching experience and proven proficiency in working with GSRP or preschool-age children.
Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Director may find appropriate and acceptable.
The preferred applicant is a practicing Catholic and demonstrates enthusiasm for sharing their faith with children through both knowledge and actions.

STAFF RESPONSIBILITIES:

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

Strong oral and written communication skills, including:
Express themselves effectively through verbal communication
Communication and collaboration with the classroom teacher regarding children’s behavior and progress are essential
Ability to read and understand instructions, correspondence, memos, GSRP policies, and handbooks

REASONING ABILITY: using common sense to understand, interpret, and carry out instructions in the following formats:

Observe and record students’ performance, including relevant data to evaluate progress.
To be able to understand basic computation across all units of measurement, utilizing whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals
To demonstrate willingness to follow instructions in emergency situations
To understand the State of Michigan “at-risk” factors as they relate to GSRP

PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical requirements show what an employee must do to perform essential duties. Reasonable accommodation can help individuals with disabilities meet these functions. While working, the employee must:

regularly bend, stand, walk, talk, twist, and may stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl for extended periods
active supervision of students in classrooms, corridors, cafeterias, and playgrounds
often use their hands to manipulate objects, regularly lift approximately 80 lbs., and push or pull weights up to 100 lbs
have finger dexterity, can grasp objects, and perform repetitive motions
visual acuity, including close, distance, peripheral vision, and focus adjustment
attentively perceive and differentiate sounds at a moderate noise level
follow written IEPs and support plans, ensuring all IEP requirements are met
assisting children with personal health care and/or medical needs and grooming, including diapering if applicable

WORK ENVIRONMENT: reflects what an employee experiences while performing the core duties of this job. Reasonable accommodation can be provided to assist individuals with disabilities in carrying out the following essential functions:

Adhering to the Great Start Readiness Program Implementation Manual and related documents, as outlined by MDE, is required
must follow all of IHM’s Great Start Readiness Program Teacher Handbook and GSRP’s Policies and Procedures
must be at work with regular, dependable, and punctual attendance a mandatory expectation.
Will educate three and four-year-olds within a preschool setting
May need to supervise the classroom during the lead teacher’s absence or assume the lead role when necessary
Will engage with a vulnerable population meeting the program's eligibility criteria.
Will integrate into the professional team-teaching model employed by GSRP
Will collaborate with the GSRP Director and engage in identified committees and initiatives
Will attend and contribute to professional development sessions.
Will assist in the development and participation of recruitment and outreach initiatives.
Will be required to conduct home visits and provide monthly parent nights.
Will employ a consistent daily routine, ensuring a safe environment for all learners
Must be able to always maintain confidentiality and a professional attitude
Shall remain free of any alcohol or non-prescribed controlled substance abuse in the workplace

This job description provides information for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) but does not include

an exhaustive list of duties. Current employees may perform additional duties, and more may be assigned by the director as needed.

REPORTS TO: GSRP Director/Designate

EMPLOYMENT TERMS:

7:30 AM-3:30 PM, M-F. These hours could start at 10am and possibly go to 6pm for after-care.
School Year
Five days per week
Position status – Based on Enrollment and Need, non-exempt work schedule could lead to a maximum of 40 hours per week.
An hourly rate is commensurate with the candidate's education and proven experience.
grant-funded position (contingent on available funding)

DEADLINE TO APPLY: April 9, 2026, at 4:00 p.m.

TO APPLY: To be considered a candidate, you are required to submit an email containing a letter that explains your rationale for applying, along with your qualifications for the position.

External candidates must additionally provide a resume, their most recent evaluation, at least two (2) letters of reference, transcripts, credentials, and a completed Lansing Diocese application to: marshb@ihmlansing.org

Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish and School

ATTN: Parish Administration

815 S. Cedar Street,

Lansing, MI 48910

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