Early Learning Floating Teacher PT - Salem YMCA
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YMCA OF THE NORTH SHORE INC
Salem, MA, US
Summary
The Floating Teacher supports classroom staff by leading developmentally appropriate activities and maintaining a safe, clean, and organized learning environment. They are also responsible for communicating with parents and maintaining accurate records such as attendance and incident reports.
Job Description
Job DetailsLevel: EntryJob Location: Salem YMCA - Salem, MA 01970Position 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 closing shifts coverage
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.
Our YMCA is an inclusive organization joined together by a shared commitment to nurturing the potential of kids, promoting healthy living, and fostering a sense of social responsibility.
The YMCA of the North Shore is comprised of six local YMCAs that have joined together or been developed over the last decade and a half to create one YMCA association. YMCAs in our association date back to the 1850s, beginning with the Salem YMCA. In 1994, when the Beverly Regional YMCA merged with the Cape Ann YMCA, our association started developing and strengthening a sense of community across the North Shore. The Salem and Marblehead/Swampscott YMCAs joined our association in 1999, officially creating the YMCA of the North Shore.
With the combined resources of four YMCAs, our newly formed association invested in a property in Ipswich, launched a capital campaign and built a new YMCA. The building opened in December of 1999; bringing the number of local Ys in our association to five. Numerous renovations and additions took place over the years to add space and amenities to all five YMCAs. In 2006, the Haverhill YMCA joined the YMCA of the North Shore, growing our service area to 25 cities and towns. And in 2014, the YMCA took over the former Rockingham Athletic Club, creating the Plaistow Community YMCA in Plaistow, NH.
Founded
1858
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Industry
Non-Profit Organizations and NGOs
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Beverly, Massachusetts
Our YMCA is an inclusive organization joined together by a shared commitment to nurturing the potential of kids, promoting healthy living, and fostering a sense of social responsibility.
The YMCA of the North Shore is comprised of six local YMCAs that have joined together or been developed over the last decade and a half to create one YMCA association. YMCAs in our association date back to the 1850s, beginning with the Salem YMCA. In 1994, when the Beverly Regional YMCA merged with the Cape Ann YMCA, our association started developing and strengthening a sense of community across the North Shore. The Salem and Marblehead/Swampscott YMCAs joined our association in 1999, officially creating the YMCA of the North Shore.
With the combined resources of four YMCAs, our newly formed association invested in a property in Ipswich, launched a capital campaign and built a new YMCA. The building opened in December of 1999; bringing the number of local Ys in our association to five. Numerous renovations and additions took place over the years to add space and amenities to all five YMCAs. In 2006, the Haverhill YMCA joined the YMCA of the North Shore, growing our service area to 25 cities and towns. And in 2014, the YMCA took over the former Rockingham Athletic Club, creating the Plaistow Community YMCA in Plaistow, NH.
Founded
1858
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Industry
Non-Profit Organizations and NGOs
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Beverly, Massachusetts
