Floating Assistant Teacher

Magicalbeginningslc; Plymouth (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid sick time

13 paid holidays

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Parental leave

Weekly pay and direct deposit

Mentor program

Job summary

Magical Beginnings in Plymouth, MA is hiring a Floating Assistant Teacher to support multiple classrooms across our early education centers.

You'll work closely with teachers to create a safe, engaging learning environment for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers, assisting with routines, activities, and supervision throughout the day.

We offer competitive benefits, paid time off, and opportunities for professional development within a collaborative team.

Qualifications

• Experience caring for infants, toddlers and preschoolers in a Center-based setting.
• Certifications such as EEC Teacher Certification or CDA are a plus.
• Ability to work a full-time, flexible schedule within center hours.
• Able to stand and be on the floor with children for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Support multiple classrooms and provide substitute coverage as needed.
• Assist with opening/closing routines, cleaning and setup of rooms.
• Prepare materials, engage children in activities and supervise free play.
• Assist with outdoor supervision, bathroom needs and snack/lunch time.
• Maintain classroom cleanliness and organize supplies throughout the day.
• Follow daily schedule and collaborate with teachers to create a safe, engaging environment.

Skills

Infant care

Toddler care

Preschool care

Daycare center experience

Energetic demeanor

Full-time availability

On-floor supervision

Lift up to 50 lbs

Stand for long hours

Team collaboration

Time management

Education

EEC Teacher Certification

CDA Certificate

Job description

At Magical Beginnings, we believe every child deserves a safe, nurturing, and engaging start to their educational journey. With care, we care – and that belief is at the heart of everything we do. As a trusted leader in early education, daycare, and preschool programs across Massachusetts, our award-winning Early Childhood Education Centers are dedicated to creating joyful learning environments where infants, toddlers, and preschoolers thrive.

We’re currently seeking a Floating Assistant Teacher to join our passionate team at our Plymouth location. This vital role supports multiple classrooms, offering flexibility and variety while ensuring consistency in high‑quality child care. Whether you're soothing a toddler, inspiring preschoolers, or supporting fellow daycare teachers, you’ll be an essential part of our nurturing and collaborative community.

If you’re a compassionate, energetic educator who values early childhood development and is excited to make a lasting difference in the lives of young children, we’d love to meet you!

Job Responsibilities & Qualifications

• A passion for a career working with infants, toddlers, and preschool‑age children
• 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
• EEC Teacher Certification or CDA Certificate is a plus!
• Availability to work a full time, flexible schedule within operating hours of the school
• 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
• 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
• 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

*Available to full‑time employees only