Seasonal Support Teacher

Magical Beginnings; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Magical Beginnings is seeking a Seasonal Support Teacher for a fun and flexible role during school breaks. This position involves supporting teachers, maintaining classroom cleanliness, and engaging with young learners. Ideal for college students, this role offers a chance to earn while making a positive impact.

Qualifications

• Preferred EEC Teacher Certification (any age group) or CDA.
• Daycare experience in a center-based or private school setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide substitute coverage for teachers during breaks.
• Assist with classroom opening/closing and cleanliness.
• Engage with students and support teachers throughout the day.

Skills

Engaging demeanor

Energetic attitude

Time management

Team-focused mindset

Education

EEC Teacher Certification or equivalent

CDA or equivalent degree

Job description

Looking for Fun, Flexible Work During School Breaks? Join Us as a Seasonal Support Teacher!

Are you a college student looking for a rewarding job with plenty of variety during your school breaks?

Magical Beginnings is seeking a fun, energetic Seasonal Support Teacher to join our team! This role is perfect for someone who enjoys working with kids, loves new experiences, and wants a job that works with your school break schedule. You’ll have the chance to step into different classrooms, support our fantastic teachers, and help create a warm, welcoming environment for our students. If you're looking for an exciting way to earn some extra income while making a real impact on young learners, we’d love to have you on our team!

You'll thrive in this role if you have:

• EEC Teacher Certification (any age group), CDA, or equivalent degree and experience (preferred)
• Daycare experience in a center-based or private school setting
• An engaging and energetic demeanor and a love for helping young children meet and exceed their developmental goals

Some requirements of the role include:

• 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

Our Seasonal Support Staff are responsible for:

• Providing substitute coverage when Teachers are either out sick, completing planning time, in need of a bathroom break, lunch break, or any other coverage throughout the day.
• Assisting Classroom Teachers with the routine opening/closing of the classroom, including but not limited to wiping down the toys, cleaning the tables, vacuuming the room, sanitizing the room (after all children have left), and overall preparation of the classroom for the next morning.
• Providing classroom assistance to support teachers as needed throughout the day, including but not limited to preparing materials for classroom lesson plans, engaging with students in free play, assisting with daily projects, supervising/zoning during outdoor time, helping with bathroom needs and diapering, snack and lunch time assistance (heating up lunches, cutting up food, helping open containers, supervision), naptime assistance, etc.
• Adhering to the daily classroom schedule while assisting teachers.
• Maintaining cleanliness of the school throughout the day including, but not limited to, cleaning staff kitchen areas, lobbies, staff and classroom bathrooms, using the zono-machine (if applicable to your school), emptying trash and disposing in dumpster, assist with laundry and organizing/putting away nap mats.
• Encouraging children's participation by providing 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.

$16 - $20 an hour

If you're looking for a flexible, seasonal role that’s full of smiles and excitement, we can’t wait to meet you! Apply today and let’s make this school break the best one yet!