Floater Teacher - Sharon, MA

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:

Support implementation of classroom goals:

• 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: 

• 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.

About JCC Greater Boston

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.

To learn more about what makes JCC Greater Boston a wonderful place to work, please visit our careers page at https://www.bostonjcc.org/careers/

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.

Education and Experience: Massachusetts EEC teacher certification is required or must be willing and able to become certified upon hire and within the first year of employment. Requires at least 2 years’ experience working with young children in a classroom setting. Candidate must be at least 18 years of age and have a High School diploma or equivalent.

*Equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted at the JCC’s discretion to meet this minimum hiring criteria.

Skills and Abilities:  

Requires knowledge and familiarity with the needs of families with young children, with a creative ability to translate ideas, feedback, and data into innovative and meaningful experiences that meet the needs of families, including but not limited to:

• Floater teachers must be able to quickly adapt to different classroom settings, lesson plans, and age groups, demonstrating flexibility and a willingness to learn; demonstrates the ability to adapt to evolving needs and circumstances.
• Displays a nurturing approach to working with children and a strong desire to make a difference every day
• Strong organizational skills, including teamwork, relationship-building skills, the ability to multitask, and manage situations effectively and diplomatically
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability and commitment to build strong relationships with families, co-workers
• Commitment to create and foster a dynamic environment where play and learning are a top priority
• Ability to use ipad and have basic computer skills
• Demonstrates excellent time management skills
• Must be a self-starter who takes the initiative
• Demonstrates superb interpersonal and active listening skills
• Must have a record of successfully working well independently and with others, building/sustaining collaborative working relationships.

Physical Requirements: Able to work well and reliably in person in a busy, dynamic, and sometimes noisy environment involving multiple tasks and priorities. Able to lift and carry objects weighing up to 40 pounds.  Able to sit and kneel; getting down at eye level with children regularly. Adapt to varying environmental conditions, including temperature fluctuations within the building or during outdoor activities. This position is performed on-site and requires in-person presence on JCC Sharon Campus.

ADA Statement: Individuals must possess these criteria for knowledge, skills and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation and using some other combination of skills and abilities.

In addition to a rewarding career within our mission-driven, values-driven, and family-centric environment, JCC Greater Boston proudly offers full-time employees a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that includes:

·       JCC Sponsored/Paid Group Life Insurance/LTD Coverage

·       Generous paid time off supporting a quality work-life balance

·       Tax-deferred 403(b) retirement savings plan

·       Additional Voluntary Supplemental Life/ADD coverage for you and your family

·       AbilityAssist Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

·       Norton Cyber Security Program

·       LegalEase Insurance program

JCCGB Perks! Each employee is eligible for a free individual membership to JCC Greater Boston's top class fitness, recreation and wellness facility in Newton – offering virtual and in-person programs including indoor swimming, many fitness classes, and workout facilities, as well as discounts to many JCCGB events, classes, outdoor pool, and more! Complimentary individual membership includes: 

·       Use of the Fitness Center at Leventhal-Sidman

·       Access to group fit classes, Arts & Culture adult programming at member rates,

·       Discounts on a variety JCCGB's fitness/wellness programs and services

·       Free wellness events!

·       Discounted child care at JCCGB Early Learning Centers and after-school program

·       Discounted JCCGB camp tuition

Benefits are subject to review and change by the Organization, and plan documents are the primary determinant.

A Great Place to Work! JCC Greater Boston is consciously evolving as a great place to work! In our recent 2023 employee engagement survey, at least 88% of our staff gave us top ratings on:

·       Supportive colleagues

·       Team camaraderie

·       How their managers treat them

·       Individual autonomy

·       Knowing what their work contributes to and how it impacts others

·       Pride in working for the JCC

·       Program and service quality

·       Holding ourselves accountable    

Our staff and leadership bring experience, excellence, and commitment to everything we offer and we are dedicated to a culture where all our employees may thrive. Our culture is built on our values, driven by our mission, and nurtured through the expert contributions of our professionals.