Floating Teacher

Magical Beginnings; Illinois; On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Floating Teacher to join their vibrant team in Illinois. This role is perfect for someone who loves nurturing young minds and wants to make a difference in children's lives. As a Floating Teacher, you'll provide essential support across classrooms, ensuring smooth operations while engaging with children in meaningful activities. With a focus on professional development and a supportive work environment, this opportunity offers a chance to grow and thrive in early childhood education. Join a community dedicated to fostering creativity and learning!

Benefits

Paid sick time

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Long-term disability insurance

Life insurance

Parental leave

Child care discounts

Weekly pay

Bonuses

Qualifications

• EEC Teacher Certification or equivalent required for this role.
• Experience in daycare or early childhood education is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide substitute coverage and assist with classroom routines.
• Support classroom activities and maintain cleanliness.

Skills

EEC Teacher Certification (Preschool)

Daycare experience

Engaging demeanor

Time management

Education

CDA or equivalent degree

Job description

From humble roots in 1990, Magical Beginnings has always aimed 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 our Hamilton school. This role provides support to classrooms throughout the school, helping our program run smoothly while delivering top-notch childcare and collaborating with like-minded teachers. The ideal candidate is creative, positive, engaging, flexible, and eager to support.

You'll thrive in this role if you have:

• EEC Teacher Certification (Preschool), CDA, or equivalent degree and experience (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

Some requirements of the role include:

• Availability to work Monday through Friday with flexibility to work between 7:30am and 5:30pm
• Ability to spend extended periods on the floor with children
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
• Ability to stand for up to 90% of the workday
• Attentiveness, strong time management, and a team-focused mindset

Responsibilities include:

• Providing substitute coverage when teachers are out sick, during planning, bathroom breaks, lunch, or other times during the day
• Assisting with classroom routines, cleaning, and preparation for the next day
• Supporting classroom activities, supervising outdoor time, assisting with bathroom needs, snack and lunch, naptime, and engaging children in activities
• Maintaining cleanliness and organization of the classroom and school areas
• Encouraging participation through age-appropriate activities
• Maintaining professional development hours and PQ registry
• Attending staff meetings and creating a safe, fun learning environment
• Building positive relationships with students and parents

Benefits offered:

• Paid sick time, holidays, snow days, and vacation
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Long-term disability and life insurance
• Parental leave and child care discounts
• Weekly pay and direct deposit
• Bonuses, classroom supplies, planning time, and community events

*Full-time employees only

Career advancement opportunities:

• Tuition coverage for certifications and professional development
• Access to college credits and curriculum support platforms
• Onboarding, training, and certification incentives

Pay range: $16 - $24 per hour. Payroll is processed weekly.

If you're ready to join a fun, supportive team, contact us! We look forward to meeting you!

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