Early Education Attendant
Company: The Floating Hospital
Location: New York City
Posted on: February 16, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Description: Founded in 1866,
The Floating Hospital (TFH), is one of the last remaining charity
hospitals in New York City. Our commitment is the same as it was
more than 150 years ago: unrestricted healthcare to all who walk
through our doors, regardless of immigration and insurance status,
or the ability to pay. The Floating Hospital welcomes individuals
of all ages, from infants, school age children (5), youth and
adults. TFH is a Federally Qualified Health Center and the largest
provider to homeless families living in family shelters and
domestic violence safe houses throughout all five boroughs.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS : Tends to the general and basic needs of
children in the waiting rooms or near exam rooms while
parent/guardian completes their appointment with their provider.
Maintains a clean and organized work area. Engages children with
age-appropriate fun activities. Monitors the children’s behavior.
Models appropriate social behaviors. Maintains a safe environment.
Ensure the safety and well-being of children in your care Ensures
children are returned to the correct parent/guardian. Educate and
engage children 0-5 that are visiting The Floating Hospital: This
includes both waiting room engagement and small group classes
throughout the day. Participation in our week-long overnight camp
for teens at the end of August. Enter data daily and create monthly
reports to show engagement numbers. Watch children while parents
are receiving services from medical, dental or behavioral health
departments. Assists with handing out donations in the waiting room
as provided by the Director of Health Education. Attendance and
participation in the annual Camp Rise Up program; specific duties
will be assigned by Supervisor. Assist with children in the Health
Education classroom as needed. Other duties as assigned by the
Director of Health Education. Requirements: High School Diploma,
and some College in related field is preferred. Prior experience
babysitting/caring for children is required.
Keywords: The Floating Hospital, Levittown , Early Education Attendant, Education / Teaching , New York City, Pennsylvania
