Floater Teacher

Boston Chinatown Neighborhood Center (BCNC); Boston (MA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Comprehensive health, life, and disability coverage

Retirement plan with employer matching

Supportive time-off policy

Professional development

Job summary

A community-focused non-profit organization in Boston seeks a Floater Teacher for its early education center. The candidate will provide high-quality care and education to children aged 15 months to 5 years, ensuring a safe and enriching environment. Responsibilities include observing children's development, maintaining a clean classroom, and communicating regularly with parents. An associate's degree in early childhood education is required, along with certification in First Aid and CPR. This role offers competitive benefits and emphasizes working in a multicultural setting.

Qualifications

• Must meet EEC health and background check requirements.
• Must be certified in First Aid and CPR within 6 months of employment.
• EEC Preschool or Infant-Toddler certification required.
• Must pass health and background checks for EEC.
• Ability to relate well to children, families and staff.
• Experience in multicultural environments and with Chinese communities.
• Ability to work with parents and provide translations when needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide emotional, social, educational, and physical care to children.
• Observe, assess, and document each child's growth and development.
• Maintain a clean, safe class environment and engage children.
• Develop and implement curriculum aligned with state guidelines.
• Communicate regularly with parents regarding child's progress.
• Communicate regularly with parents about activities and child progress.
• Collaborate with staff on policy and program planning; provide Chinese translation when needed.
• Attend staff meetings and trainings; maintain punctuality.

Skills

Relating well to children, staff, and families

Respect for differences and multicultural ability

Experience teaching in multicultural environment

Special education training

Education

Associate's degree in early childhood education or related field

EEC Preschool or Infant-Toddler Teacher certification

ECE or Preschool/Infant-Toddler certification (EEC)

Job description

$2000 Hiring Bonus

Why Join Us

At BCNC, we are passionate about making a meaningful difference in our community. Our team is driven by a shared commitment to social impact and is both supportive and resourceful. We believe in fostering an empowering and inclusive work environment where every individual can contribute, grow, and thrive. If you are looking for a rewarding career that allows you to align your passion with making meaningful change, explore our open positions and join us in our mission to pave the way for a better tomorrow.

What You Will Do

The Floater Teacher is a member of the BCNC Acorn Center for Early Education and Care team. The state licensed and nationally accredited child care center supports the growth and learning for children from 15 months to 5 years. You will work collaboratively with a team of professional teachers to strengthen children and families by providing high‑quality education and care so parents can work or further their education. You will report directly to the Director of Acorn Center for Early Education and Care.

In this role, you will:

• Provide emotional, social, educational, and physical care to children enrolled in the program
• Observe, assess, and document each child’s growth and development using Teaching Strategies GOLD (TS GOLD) twice annually, and participate in family conferences two times per year
• Maintain a clean, safe, and well‑organized classroom with developmentally appropriate learning areas and attractively displayed materials and books
• Monitor classroom safety and promptly alert the Director of Acorn Center to hazards or the need for replacement of first aid supplies
• Develop and implement a developmentally appropriate curriculum based on children’s interests, needs, and cultural backgrounds, in alignment with State learning guidelines
• Communicate with parents regularly about classroom activities, curriculum, and their child’s participation, growth, and development
• Maintain a positive and respectful attitude toward all parents and address concerns professionally
• Attend center staff meetings and training as well as agency-wide events
• Adhere to staff ethics, maintain regular attendance, and observe punctuality
• Collaborate with the administrative team on policy development and program planning, and provide written Chinese translation as needed
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor

What We Look For

• An associate’s degree in early childhood education or a related field is required, or a willingness to enroll in a degree program leading to an associate’s degree in Early Education and Care (ECE)
• Department of Early Education and Care (EEC) Preschool or Infant‑Toddler Teacher certification required
• Must meet the Department of Early Education and Care (EEC) health and background check requirements
• Must be certified in First Aid and CPR within 6 months of employment
• Evidence and ability to relate well to children, staff, and families
• A respect for differences and the ability to work well in a multicultural environment
• Experience teaching in a multicultural environment and knowledge of the Chinese community
• Experience or training in working with parents and special education training

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation package
• Comprehensive health, life, and disability coverage
• Retirement plan with employer matching
• Supportive time‑off policy
• Professional development

Working Conditions

• Must be available to work a flexible schedule and may require local travel during the workday
• This position involves performing essential job functions in typical work environments, including but not limited to offices, classrooms, or community settings. Duties may require routine movement such as walking, standing, and bending. Depending on the role, responsibilities may also include the ability to move items weighing up to 25–50 pounds, and the use of computer equipment and effective communication. All essential functions can be performed with or without reasonable accommodations

Please Note

You must be authorized to work in the United States. BCNC does not provide sponsorship for an employment work visa.

BCNC is an equal opportunity non‑profit organization that supports diversity and encourages all employees and applicants to apply. The language proficiency requirement is based solely on the needs of the position and is essential for fulfilling the role’s responsibilities. BCNC is committed to non‑discrimination and equal opportunity for all without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by Federal, State or Local laws.