Floating Afternoon Aide

Magicalbeginningslc; West Peabody (MA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid sick time

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid holidays

Child care discount

Paid professional development days

Job summary

Magicalbeginningslc is hiring a Floating Teacher to support our Peabody school. This role is essential for facilitating smooth operations and providing top-notch childcare while collaborating with teachers. Applicants should possess EEC Teacher Certification, have daycare experience, and be ready to work flexible hours.

Benefits include paid sick time, medical insurance, holiday breaks, and professional development opportunities. Join a supportive team committed to nurturing young children.

Qualifications

• Must possess EEC Teacher Certification (any age group), CDA, or equivalent.
• Experience in daycare or center-based settings preferred.
• Flexible and eager to support classroom activities.

Responsibilities

• Provide substitute coverage as needed.
• Assist Classroom Teachers with cleaning and preparation.
• Provide classroom assistance throughout the day.
• Maintain cleanliness of the school.
• Encourage children's participation in activities.

Skills

EEC Teacher Certification (any age group)

Daycare experience

Engaging demeanor

Availability to work afternoons

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs

Education

CDA or equivalent degree

Job description

From humble roots in 1990, Magical Beginnings has always had a vision to provide a nurturing, constructive and education-first environment for young children. Today, the Magical Beginnings’ schools are an award-winning collection of Early Childhood Education Centers serving communities and families in Massachusetts.

We are hiring a Floating Teacher to support in our Peabody school. This role provides support to classrooms throughout the school. It is an integral part of our staff, helping our program run smoothly while providing top‑notch child care and collaborating with likeminded teachers. It requires a creative, positive, and engaging team player who is flexible and eager to jump in to support.

Qualifications

• EEC Teacher Certification (any age group), CDA, or equivalent degree and experience (preferred, not required)
• 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
• Availability to work Monday through Friday afternoons, between the hours of 12:00 pm and 5:00 pm.
• Ability to spend extended periods of time on the floor with the children
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
• Ability to stand up to 90% of the workday
• Attentiveness, strong time management, and a team-focused mindset

Responsibilities

• 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.

Benefits

• Paid sick time
• 14 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
• 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, a platform for curriculum collaboration, ideas and support
• Extensive onboarding training
• Paid professional development days
• Pay increases for obtaining certifications
• Reimbursement for required background check processes

*Available to full-time employees only

If you are ready to join a team that has fun, laughs together, and support each other, contact us! We cannot wait to meet you!