The Salvation Army Eastern Territory
Location
Cambridge, Massachusetts
Salary
$16 - $25 / HOUR
The Float Teacher provides classroom coverage and supports lead teachers in maintaining a safe, nurturing environment for children across various age groups. Responsibilities include supervising daily activities, assisting with personal care, and ensuring compliance with licensing and safety regulations.
A high school diploma or GED is required, with an associate degree and experience working with young children preferred. Candidates must meet state licensing requirements, including background checks and required certifications.
a) Provide classroom coverage during staff breaks, absences, meetings, and vacations. b) Assist lead teachers with daily classroom activities and lesson implementation. c) Supervise children to always ensure their safety and well-being. d) Support children's social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development through appropriate age interactions and activities. e) Help maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming classroom environment. f) Assist with meal service, snacks, and cleanup procedures. g) Help children with toileting, handwashing, and other personal care needs as appropriate. h) Follow all health, safety, sanitation, and licensing regulations. i) Maintain positive and professional relationships with children, families, and staff. j) Participate in emergency drills and follow center emergency procedures. k) Report any concerns regarding children's health, safety, or behavior to the classroom teacher or Program Director. l) Perform other duties as assigned by the Program Director.
Education Requirements: High school diploma or GED required, Associate’s Degree Preferred Work Experience: Experience working with young children preferred. Other Qualifications: Understanding of child development and developmentally appropriate practices. Ability to effectively engage with children of various ages, abilities, and backgrounds. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to transition smoothly and adapt to different classroom settings and routines. Must meet all applicable state licensing requirements, including background checks and required training/certifications. Flexibility, adaptability, and willingness to support multiple classroom needs. Dependable, punctual, and reliable attendance. Strong teamwork and collaboration skills. Positive, supportive, and child-centered attitude. Commitment to maintaining professionalism and confidentiality at all times. Physical Requirements The physical and mental demands described below are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions. Requirements include: Sit, stand, walk, bend, squat, kneel, climb, twist, and move about the work environment on an occasional to frequent basis. Reach, grasp, push, pull, and handle objects such as files, office supplies, equipment, and reference materials, including reaching overhead when necessary. Set up, adjust, and operate office equipment and technology commonly used in a professional work environment. Use a telephone, computer, and other electronic communication devices effectively. Operate standard office equipment, including computers, printers, copiers, scanners, and other related devices. Occasionally lift, carry, and move items weighing up to 25 pounds. This position requires regular travel throughout the service area, including visits to schools, homes, courts, community agencies, and partner organizations. Evening and occasional weekend hours may be required to meet the needs of youth and families. Cognitive and Professional Requirements The employee must also possess the ability to: Apply sound judgment and make informed decisions in a variety of situations. Analyze information, think critically, and solve complex problems effectively. Plan, organize, and manage projects from inception through completion. Demonstrate creativity, innovation, intuition, and perceptiveness in addressing challenges and opportunities. Adapt to changing priorities while maintaining attention to detail and meeting deadlines. Communicate effectively and collaborate with colleagues, youth, families, service providers, and community partners. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. The Salvation Army is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified job applicants, job candidates, and employees with disabilities to ensure they enjoy equal access to all employment opportunities and benefits of employment as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act. EEO is the Law. The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.