Floating Teacher

Magical Beginnings • Middleton, MA

13d • Onsite

About The Position

Magical Beginnings Learning Academy is urgently hiring a Floating Teacher (EEC Certified) for our infant, toddler, and preschool program in Middleton, MA. This role is ideal for an experienced floater, infant teacher, toddler teacher, preschool teacher, or early childhood educator who is comfortable adapting across age groups from infants through preschool. As a Floating Teacher, you will support classrooms across every age group, stepping in wherever needed to provide consistent, high-quality care and instruction. You will build relationships with children and families across multiple classrooms while working alongside experienced educators committed to collaboration, continuous learning, and providing the highest quality early education. We are looking for educators who are flexible, enthusiastic, and dedicated to creating safe, inclusive classrooms where every child feels valued and every teacher has the opportunity to thrive. Our motto is 'With Care, We Care' for children, educators, and our communities. If you're ready to grow your career in early childhood education while making a lasting difference in the lives of young children, we'd love to welcome you to the Magical Beginnings family in Middleton.

Requirements

• Availability to work full time between the hours of 7:00 AM and 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday
• Ability to spend extended periods of time on the floor with the children
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs
• Ability to stand up to 90% of the workday
• Attentiveness, strong time management, and a team-focused mindset
• EEC Certified

Nice To Haves

• Adaptable and comfortable moving between infant, toddler, and preschool classrooms throughout the day
• Energetic approach to learning and a positive attitude
• Curious, creative, and have a strong team-focused mindset
• Build rapport with children and co-teachers quickly, even in unfamiliar classrooms
• Take pride in maintaining consistency and quality of care no matter which age group you're supporting
• Value partnering closely with families and communicating openly across classrooms

Responsibilities

• Providing substitute coverage across classrooms when teachers are out sick, on planning time, or need a break throughout the day
• Stepping in to support infant, toddler, and preschool classrooms as needed, maintaining consistent quality of care
• Following each classroom's existing routines, lesson plans, and schedules to provide continuity for children and lead teachers
• Assisting with daily routines, including meals or bottles, diapering, outdoor time, and naptime, as appropriate to each age group
• Helping maintain cleanliness throughout the school, including classrooms, common areas, and shared spaces
• Keeping parents informed and building positive relationships with children and families across classrooms
• Maintaining your EEC-required professional development hours and PQ registry

Benefits

• Paid sick time
• 13 paid holidays, plus a guaranteed paid week-long winter break
• Paid snow days and vacation time
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Long-term disability
• Company-paid life insurance with additional voluntary coverage
• Parental leave
• Child care discount ($25/day)
• Weekly pay and direct deposit
• Referral and enrollment bonuses
• Classroom tablets
• A budget for classroom supplies
• Paid classroom planning time
• Free coffee and tea
• Teachers’ lounge and break room
• Mentor program
• Teacher appreciation events
• Team building activities
• Holiday parties and seasonal events
• School community outreach projects

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed