Early Learning Floating Teacher PT- YMCA of the North Shore

Job DetailsLevel

• EntryJob
• Location:
• YMCA of the
• North
• Shore
• Association -
• Beverly,
• MA 01915Position
• Type:
• Part
• TimeSalary
• Range: $18.00 - $23.00
• HourlyJob
• Shift: DaysJoin Our Team as a Floating Teacher! Are you passionate about nurturing young minds and supporting a positive, engaging learning environment? Do you love variety in your workday and enjoy being part of a collaborative team? The YMCA of the North Shore is looking for a caring, flexible, and energetic Floating Teacher to make a difference every day!
• As a
• Floating
• Teacher, you will: Support classroom teachers, lead teachers, and directors in creating fun, developmentally appropriate activities that spark curiosity and growth. Help maintain a warm, safe, and welcoming environment where every child can learn and thrive. Assist with daily classroom organization and cleanliness, ensuring materials are put away and spaces are ready for discovery. Communicate positively with parents and caregivers—while respecting confidentiality and following our YMCA core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility. Help keep records accurate and up-to-date, including attendance, meal counts, and incident reports.
• Why this role matters: As a Floating Teacher, you’ll bring your creativity and compassion to different classrooms, offering extra support wherever it’s needed most. You’ll help build a nurturing community where children feel safe, valued, and excited to learn!
• What you bring: A love for working with children and helping them grow. Flexibility and a team-first attitude to jump in wherever needed. Commitment to building positive relationships and upholding our mission to strengthen the community through youth development.
• Why
• You’ll
• Love
• Working at the Y: Be part of a mission-driven organization dedicated to youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. Enjoy a supportive team culture and opportunities for growth and advancement. Access professional development and ongoing training. Make an impact in the lives of children and families every day! If you’re caring, creative, and committed to helping every child shine, we’d love to meet you! 🌈🙌 Why Work at the Y? Working at the YMCA means being part of a mission-driven organization that supports professional growth, community impact, and work-life balance.
• Our benefits include:
• Retirement
• Plan: 12% company contribution to your retirement fund (fully vested, no match required)
• YMCA
• Membership:
• Free membership and discounts on programs
• Professional
• Development:
• Ongoing training and advancement opportunities
• Supportive
• Environment: Be part of a collaborative team making a real difference
• Competitive
• Compensation: Fair and competitive pay and benefits package If you’re ready to bring your kindness, creativity, and energy to our team, apply today! Qualifications Must be at least 18 years old. High School Diploma or equivalent. Meet Teacher qualifications as determined by the Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care (EEC). A solid understanding of children’s growth and development—and the creativity to turn this knowledge into engaging, age-appropriate activities! We are looking for Floating Teachers for our Marblehead, Salem, and Beverly locations.

Requirements

• Understanding of child development and ability to apply this knowledge in daily activities.
• Review and follow center policies, including Health Care Policy, Parent Handbook, and Child Abuse & Neglect Prevention Policy.
• Maintain current Infant/Child CPR and First Aid certifications.
• Complete all required trainings, certifications, and orientation as outlined by the MA Department of Early Education and Care and the YMCA of the North Shore Training Plan. Work Environment & Physical Demands:
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs.
• Must be able to react quickly to the unpredictable actions of children and ensure their safety at all times. The YMCA is committed to a nondiscrimination policy and equal opportunity for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religious creed, protected genetic information, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, or veteran status.