Floating Teacher - Paid Winter Break

Magical Beginnings; Medford (MA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid sick time

Holidays and winter break

Snow days & vacation

Health insurance

Long-term disability

Life insurance

Parental leave

Child care discount

Weekly pay

Referral bonuses

Classroom tablets

Supplies budget

Planning time

Coffee & tea

Lounge & break room

Mentor program

Teacher appreciation events

Team building

Holiday parties

Outreach programs

Job summary

Magical Beginnings in Medford, MA seeks a compassionate Floating Teacher to support multiple classrooms across our early childhood centers. You will assist teachers, manage daily routines, and help create a safe, engaging learning environment for infants to preschoolers.

The role requires EEC Teacher Certification, a year of classroom experience, and a flexible, energetic approach to daily activities and supervision. Competitive hourly pay and full benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• EEC Teacher Certification is required.
• CDA or related degree is a plus.
• Minimum of one year experience supporting classrooms in a center-based or private school setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide substitute coverage when teachers are out or during planning times.
• Assist with opening/closing routines and classroom setup for the next day.
• Support daily activities, prepare materials, supervise free play and outdoor time.
• Assist with bathroom needs, diapering, snack and lunch times, and naptime.
• Maintain classroom schedules and cleanliness throughout the day.
• Encourage age-appropriate interactive activities and child engagement.
• Maintain EEC professional development hours and PQ registry.
• Attend monthly staff meetings and foster positive relationships with students and parents.

Skills

Engaging demeanor

Team player

Patience with children

Energetic personality

Flexible to shift times

Education

EEC Teacher Certification

CDA or related degree

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 Teacher to join our passionate team at our Medford 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!

What You'll Need to Succeed:

• EEC Teacher Certification required; CDA or related degree a plus
• A minimum of one year of experience supporting classrooms 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:

• Availability to work Monday through Friday with flexibility to work between 7:00AM-5:00PM
• 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

As a Floating Teacher, you will be 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.

What Magical Beginnings offers you:

• 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

$18 - $24 an hour

Payroll is processed weekly.

Our Medford, MA preschool center enrolls infants, toddlers, and preschool age children, allowing teachers to specialize in early learning and kindergarten preparation. We believe early education should be rooted in play, nurturing, and filled with joy.

We are proud to be a trusted name in childcare, daycare, and early childhood education in Massachusetts.

If you are an EEC-certified preschool teacher looking for a supportive, caring school community where your work truly matters, we would love to connect with you.

At Magical Beginnings, With Care, We Care.

About Magical Beginnings

Magical Beginnings Learning Centers is a growing network of early childhood schools dedicated to creating nurturing, engaging, and joyful learning environments. We value collaboration, kindness, and continuous improvement—and we support our team members with a positive culture, competitive benefits, and opportunities to grow.

Magical Beginnings is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and strives to be a workforce that reflects the communities we serve. All employment is based on qualifications, merit, and business need. Magical Beginnings does not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, religion, age, marital status, pregnancy, nationality, physical or mental disability, medical condition, gender identity, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.