Join Our Team: Float Staff for NLC Child Development Center

Location: 108 E 7^th Street Allen, KS 66833
Type: Part-Time/Full-Time

About Us

Since 1997, the NLC Youth Association has been dedicated to creating a nurturing, learning, and caring environment for children and families in our community. As a non-profit organization, we operate a licensed child-development center serving children from newborns to 12 years old with an integrated preschool program. Our community center fosters fellowship and connection through events and activities that bring everyone together.

The Role

We’re looking for dependable, caring, and flexible individuals to join our early childhood education team as Float Staff. In this role, you will step in wherever needed to support our classrooms, ensuring children experience a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys working with children, and is eager to make a meaningful difference in their lives.

Your Qualities

You’ll thrive in this role if you are:

• Dependable and Ready to Help: You’re always prepared to step in and support the team wherever needed.

• Calm, Caring, and Consistent: You create a reassuring presence for children and colleagues alike.

• Team-Oriented: You enjoy working collaboratively in a supportive and mission-driven environment.

Your Qualifications

• A high school diploma or equivalent

• Experience working with children is a plus but not necessary – we value a willingness to learn and grow!

• Ability to pass a background check and obtain required clearances.

• A genuine passion for creating a safe, fun, and enriching environment for children.

Key Responsibilities

• Engage warmly with children, fostering a positive and nurturing atmosphere.

• Step into classrooms as needed to support daily routines, activities, and transitions.

• Assist with diaper changes, pull-ups, and toileting needs in a patient and respectful manner.

• Help facilitate age-appropriate activities that encourage learning through play.

• Uphold Early Childhood Program Standards and the NLC Youth Association Code of Ethics.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a long-standing, community-focused organization dedicated to making a difference.

• Collaborate with a team that values support, growth, and shared purpose.

• Enjoy flexible opportunities that align with your skills and availability.

How to Apply

If you’re ready to bring your dependability, caring spirit, and enthusiasm to our team, we’d love to hear from you! Please send your resume and a brief cover letter to Christine Wallace at nlccdc@satelephone.com

Together, let’s nurture the future, one child at a time.