Floating Teacher

Magical Beginnings•Middleton, MA

11h•Onsite

About The Position

Magical Beginnings is seeking a Floating Teacher to support their Middleton school on River Street. This role provides crucial support to classrooms throughout the school, ensuring the program runs smoothly and maintaining high standards of childcare. The ideal candidate is a creative, positive, engaging, flexible, and team-oriented individual eager to contribute to a nurturing and educational environment for young children.

Requirements

EEC Teacher Certification (any age group), CDA, or equivalent degree and experience
Daycare experience in a center-based or private school setting
Availability to work 32-40 hours per week until 5:30 pm
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

Nice To Haves

An engaging and energetic demeanor
A love for helping young children meet and exceed their developmental goals

Responsibilities

Providing substitute coverage for classrooms when Teachers are absent or on breaks.
Assisting with the routine opening and closing of classrooms, including cleaning and preparation.
Supporting teachers with classroom activities, material preparation, and student engagement.
Assisting with daily routines such as supervision during outdoor time, bathroom needs, diapering, meal times, and nap times.
Adhering to the daily classroom schedule.
Maintaining the cleanliness of the school facilities, including common areas and bathrooms.
Encouraging children's participation through age-appropriate interactive activities.
Maintaining EEC required professional development hours and PQ registry.
Attending monthly staff meetings.
Creating a fun and safe learning environment.
Establishing and maintaining positive relationships with students and parents.

Benefits

Paid sick time
14 paid holidays
Guaranteed paid week-long winter break
Paid snow days
Vacation time
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Long-term disability
Company-paid life insurance with additional voluntary coverage
Parental leave
Child care discount ($25/day)
Weekly pay
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
Tuition coverage for all EEC Teacher/Director certifications
Tuition coverage for professional development training hours through the Childcare Education Institute
Access to Penn Foster to earn college credits towards EEC teacher certification or to increase your EEC teaching certificate level
No-cost First Aid and CPR certification renewals
No-cost access to Teachers Pay Teachers
Extensive onboarding training
Paid professional development days
Pay increases for obtaining certifications
Reimbursement for required background check processes