What are the responsibilities and job description for the Part-Time Floater Teacher - MA EEC Teacher Certification Required - "Mother's Hours" position at Mansfield PALS?
About Mansfield PALS
The mission of Mansfield PALS is to serve as a village for parents and families and to create a space that supports kids in their development, as if they were our own.
As parents ourselves, we know how important a village is to raising children, and in many ways, our business is really about creating community. We believe when parents are supported, families are strong and kids will thrive. Each member of the Mansfield PALS team supports this, playing a central role in bringing to life the type of daycare and community we believe every child and family deserves.
Foundational to achieving our mission is to provide high-quality, full-time childcare. Mansfield PALS is a ~50 student daycare center established in 2022 by Kevin and Amy McIsaac, who are deeply passionate about the vision outlined above. Kevin has a background in corporate finance, Amy has a background in public service, and together, they have three young children.
About the Role
The Floater Teacher will serve as a critical member of the team, providing support to the Infant, Toddler, and Preschool rooms.
Responsibilities
- Provide support to classrooms during teacher breaks, absences, and as needed throughout the day
- Maintain active supervision of children
- Support child development by building trusting relationships and engaging in responsive interactions
- Change diapers, assist with toilet training, and practice safe sleep checks
- Sanitize toys, equipment, and changing stations regularly
- Create a welcoming, engaging classroom space for children to learn, play and grow that is conducive to learning
- Build relationships with families and coworkers to create a dynamic environment where play and learning happen simultaneously and seamlessly
Requirements and Attributes
- A passion for children and their healthy, safe, and age-appropriate development
- MA EEC Teaching Certification (required)
- Prior experience working with young children, preferably within a similar setting
- Clear background check/no criminal record
- Ability to attend monthly staff meetings, held outside of business hours, as required by EEC
- A warm, positive personality; playful and silly personality is a plus!
- Excellent problem-solving skills
- Commitment and dedication to Mansfield PALS’s mission and vision
About Working at Mansfield PALS
We are building a hard-working, fun-loving, and thoughtful culture with high attention to quality and relationships. The specific terms of this position are outlined below.
Hours
The Part-Time Teacher will work about 30 hours per week from 9:00am - 3:00pm, Monday - Friday.
Salary
Teacher’s hourly rate is $18-$23/hour, depending on experience and fit.
Benefits
The employer will fully cover workers’ compensation and a group life insurance benefit double the Teacher’s annual pay. In addition, the employer will match up to 3% of the Teacher’s contributions to a retirement account adminstered by the employer.
Time Off
Part-time and Full-time Teachers are eligible for paid time off. In addition, Full-Time Teachers have paid time off to observe Federal and State holidays (New Year’s Day, Martin Luther King Jr Day, Presidents’ Day, Patriots Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Columbus Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, the day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Day).
Professional Development
The employer will sponsor professional development for the Teacher in the areas she/he is interested in growing. All requirements to keep the Teacher’s licenses up to date will be covered by the employer.
Pay: $18.00 - $23.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
Application Question(s):
- Briefly explain why you would like to work at Mansfield PALS.
- In a few sentences, describe your teaching philosophy and style.
Experience:
- Infant / Toddler: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Massachusetts EEC Teacher Certificate (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $23