Certified School Classroom Aide​/Floater

Certified All School Classroom Aide/Floater (Full Time and Part Time)

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JCC Greater Boston, a nonprofit organization committed to creating a vibrant and inclusive community, is seeking a Floater Teacher to join our team. The Floater Teacher will play a vital role in supporting the daily operations of the organization's Godine Early Learning Center in Newton MA and assist with a comprehensive curriculum focused on children’s social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development.

Working as part of a dynamic team, you will do innovative teaching in a family‑friendly environment with excellent indoor and outdoor spaces.

This posting is for a full‑time, salaried Floater Teacher. The starting salary for this position is $40,800–$44,625. The salary offered will ultimately be determined by the scope of the position, the candidate’s relevant experience, and internal equity. JCC Greater Boston also has openings for part‑time Floater Teachers with multiple shift options.

• ECE certified preferred (willing to become certified shortly upon hiring).
• Create a safe and nurturing environment where children can play, learn, and take risks.
• In partnership with Early Learning Center Directors and peers, co‑create a collaborative, dynamic, positive, and innovative classroom culture.
• Work in partnership with JCC leadership and other departments to support JCC Greater Boston organizational goals and model JCC values.
• Partner and communicate with families to ensure the best care and education for the children.
• Complete observation and document assessments regarding children’s progress.
• Adhere to all EEC regulations and guidelines.

An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted at the JCC’s discretion to meet minimum criteria.

• A love of children and a strong desire to make a difference every day.
• Strong organizational skills, including teamwork, relationship‑building, the ability to multitask, and the ability to manage situations effectively and diplomatically.
• Oral and written communication skills.
• Ability and commitment to build strong relationships with families, co‑workers, ELC leadership, and JCCGB colleagues.
• Commitment to create and foster a dynamic environment where play and learning are a top priority.
• Computer literate.

Individuals must possess these criteria for knowledge, skills, and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation and using some other combination of skills and abilities.

Since opening its doors in 1983, JCC Greater Boston has been committed to its mission of creating a vibrant, inclusive, and diverse community by nurturing meaningful and lasting relationships. Through our network of early learning centers, day camps, regional teen and family programs, health and wellness offerings, and adult arts and ideas classes, JCC Greater Boston provides highly valued connections, learning, and experiences for the Jewish community and friends.

JCC Greater Boston staff enjoy working in an innovative, friendly, and welcoming environment where their talents and contributions are appreciated. In our recent employee survey, staff gave a rating of close to 90% positive for their experiences in direct management and organizational alignment. If you are interested in upgrading your working experience and/or having a better work‑life balance, we encourage you to explore becoming part of the JCC team!

The JCC is deeply committed to valuing and celebrating the uniqueness of each constituent. We welcome staff and participants from diverse backgrounds. While being proudly Jewish, we strive in every way to provide an open and welcoming setting for all, irrespective of personal practices, beliefs, or background. We are guided by JCC Greater Boston’s core values:
Belonging, Joyfulness, Collaboration, and Transformation, which we hope resonate with all.

To learn more about what makes JCC Greater Boston a wonderful place to work, please visit our careers page at…