Toddler Assistant Teacher - Paid Winter Break at Magical Beginnings

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionAt Magical Beginnings, we believe the toddler years are a magical time full of discovery, wonder, and rapid development. With care, we care — and that deep commitment to nurturing young learners is at the heart of everything we do. We are currently seeking a Toddler Assistant Teacher to join our loving and experienced team at our Medford center. In this role, you will lead a classroom of curious and active toddlers, guiding them through essential milestones with patience, positivity, and purpose.You'll thrive in this role if you have:EEC Teacher Infant Toddler and Preschool Certification or CDA (preferred, not required)Daycare experience in a center-based, private, or public-school settingAn energetic approach to learning and an positive attitudeCuriosity, creativity, and a strong team-focused mindsetSome requirements for this role include:Flexibility to work an 8-hour shift within the operating hours of the school, including opening and closing shiftsAbility to spend extended periods of time on the floor with the childrenAbility to lift up to 50lbsAbility to stand up to 90% of the workdayAttentiveness, strong time management, and strong collaboration skillsAs a Preschool Teacher, you will be responsible for:Collaborating with your co-teacher to equally prepare curriculum, lesson plans, materials, and monthly newsletters.Keeping parents informed by posting parent information on the Class Dojo app and classroom boards.Providing a safe environment by maintaining orderly, clean, and appealing classrooms.Encouraging children’s participation by providing age-appropriate interactive activities.Maintaining cleanliness of the classroom: routine opening/closing of the classroom (including, but not limited to wiping down the toys, cleaning tables, vacuuming the room, sanitizing the room (after all children have left), bathrooms, emptying trash, and overall preparation of the classroom for the next morning.Engaging with students in free play, supervising/zone during outdoor time, helping with bathroom needs and diapering, snack and meal assistance (preparing snacks, heating up lunches, cutting up food, helping open containers, supervision), naptime assistance, etc. Adhering to the school's structured schedules.Tracking children’s progress and completing assessments. Maintaining your EEC required professional development hours and PQ registry.Attending monthly staff meetings.Creating a fun and safe learning environment for your students.Establishing and maintaining positive relationships with students and parents.What Magical Beginnings offers you:Paid sick time13 paid holidays*, plus a guaranteed paid week-long winter breakPaid snow days and vacation time*Medical, dental, and vision insurance*Long-term disabilityCompany-paid life insurance with additional voluntary coverageParental leaveChild care discount ($25/day)Weekly pay and direct depositReferral and enrollment bonusesClassroom tabletsA budget for classroom suppliesPaid classroom planning timeFree coffee and teaTeachers’ lounge and break roomMentor programTeacher appreciation eventsTeam building activitiesHoliday parties and seasonal eventsSchool community outreach projects*Available to full-time employees onlyPayroll is processed weekly.If you are ready to join a team that has fun, laughs together, and support each other, contact us! We cannot wait to meet you!