Inspire The Next Generation With Us!

Under the direction of the Early Learning Center Director, the Floater Teacher supports various classrooms as needed to maintain staffing ratios and ensure a safe, nurturing environment for children ages 15 months to 5 years. This position primarily assists with daily routines, is responsible for adapting to different lesson plans, and implementing developmentally appropriate activities for the various classroom assignments. The Floater Teacher collaborates with classroom staff to provide consistent care and a positive learning experience. This position follows a 10-month school-year schedule aligned with the Center's school calendar and this position will be eligible for some or all benefits depending on final agreement for regularly scheduled hours.

JCC Greater Boston is deeply committed to valuing and celebrating the uniqueness of each constituent. We welcome staff and participants from diverse backgrounds. While being proudly Jewish, we strive in every way to provide an open and welcoming setting for all, irrespective of personal practices, beliefs, or background. We are guided by JCC Greater Boston's core values - Belonging, Joyfulness, Collaboration, and Transformation - which resonate with many who do not identify as Jewish.

Primary responsibilities include, and are not limited to:

• Create a safe and nurturing environment where children can play, learn and take risks
• In partnership with Early Learning Center Co-Directors and peers, facilitate a collaborative, dynamic, positive, and innovative classroom culture
• Step into any classroom (toddler or preschool) to maintain ratios and support transitions
• Communicate effectively with teaching teams and report any concerns to supervisor
• Collaborate with the teaching team and Co-directors, promptly and effectively sharing observations, providing support, and working together to meet the needs of all the children assigned and to implement/maintain high quality teaching.
• Assist with classroom setup, cleanup, and maintenance of teaching materials
• Monitor and ensure the health, safety and security of all children in classroom.
• Adhere to all EEC regulations and JCC policies; follow all safety and health guidelines.

Supervise and engage children in daily routines, play, and learning experiences and provide support to meet each child's individual needs as required.

• Adapting approach to facilitate each child's physical, social, emotional and intellectual growth and development.
• Assist child's awareness of their own needs and the rights of others.
• Assist each child in the verbalization of feelings and emotions.
• Encourage a child's independence leading to a sense of competency.

Partner and communicate with families:

• Establish positive, interactive relationships with families
• Aid parent and child in their adjustment to school (transition to a schedule, building community, and providing support resources)
• Promote and maintain effective clear communication to strengthen parent-school partnership and to optimize care and educational experience

Standard staff expectations include and are not limited to:

• Actively create a welcoming dynamic that contributes to an environment where each individual is valued, seen, and respected
• Support JCC Greater Boston's mission, vision, and values including through personal role modeling
• Attend JCCGB meetings and trainings as assigned, and actively participate in and support the goals and initiatives of JCCGB and the department
• Other activities as required

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

This is a great chance to join JCC Greater Boston's respected and valued, people-orientated workplace of diverse community services providers, which is rapidly growing!

This is a part-time up to 35 hours/week role (may have flexibility in the regular schedule offered). Level of benefit eligibility will ultimately depend on the regular schedule upon hire and aligned with the Plan document and regulations. We offer a vibrant and supportive work environment and a competitive starting salary range of $40,800 $50,872 annually. The salary offered will ultimately be determined by relevant qualifications, experience, and JCC's internal equity.

Since opening its doors in 1983, JCC Greater Boston has been committed to its mission of creating a vibrant, inclusive, and diverse community by nurturing meaningful and lasting relationships. Through our network of early learning centers, day camps, regional teen and family programs, health and wellness offerings, and adult arts and ideas classes, JCC Greater Boston provides highly valued connections, learning, and experiences for the Jewish community and friends.

JCC Greater Boston staff enjoy working in an innovative, friendly, and welcoming environment where their talents and contributions are appreciated. In our recent employee survey, staff rated their direct management and organizational alignment experiences close to 90% positive. If you want to upgrade your working experience and have a better work-life balance, we encourage you to explore becoming part of the JCC team!

The JCC is deeply committed to valuing and celebrating the uniqueness of each constituent. We welcome staff and participants from diverse backgrounds. While being proudly Jewish, we strive in every way to provide an open and welcoming setting for all, irrespective of personal practices, beliefs, or background. We are guided by JCC Greater Boston's core values: Belonging, Joyfulness, Collaboration, and Transformation, which we hope resonate with all.

JCC Greater Boston is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any individual or group on the basis of gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or disability. In a continuing effort to maintain and enrich a diverse environment, we actively encourage applications from women and members of underrepresented groups.