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Magical Beginnings

Floating Teacher

Middleton, MA · On-site

$17 - $24/hr

As a Floating Teacher, you'll support classrooms across every age group -- stepping in wherever you're needed to provide consistent, high-quality care and instruction. You'll build relationships with ...

Tuscarora Intermediate Unit 11

Floating Educator

PA · On-site

$11.50 - $15/hr

The position of floating educator works in tandem with the rest of the parts of the system as an integrated team to support the goals of the program. The position may be assigned to various ...

Azend Pharma

Floating Pharmacist

NY · On-site

$60 - $65/hr

As a Floating Pharmacist, you will be receiving incoming prescriptions, reviewing them for accuracy, and filling them with the correct medicine and dose. You will also be talking with customers to ...

Azend Pharma

Floating Pharmacist

Shoreham, NY · On-site

$60 - $65/hr

As a Floating Pharmacist, you will be receiving incoming prescriptions, reviewing them for accuracy, and filling them with the correct medicine and dose. You will also be talking with customers to ...

Harford Bank

FLOATING TELLER

Aberdeen, MD · On-site

$16.50 - $18.50/hr

Opportunites for Summer Floating Tellers are also available. (Must be at least 18 years of age.) Eligible for mileage reimbursement, currently 72.5 cents per mile. The Floating Teller assists ...

Shea Properties

Floating Leasing Specialist

Aliso Viejo, CA · On-site

$18 - $23.50/hr

Description The Floating Leasing Specialist is responsible for presenting and leasing a community to prospective residents, leasing apartments, providing customer service, renewals, and participating ...

J.F. Shea Family of Companies

$22.28 - $23.84/hr

The Floating Leasing Specialist works in conjunction with the property management team that they are assigned to on a daily basis to achieve the leasing goals established for the property as well as ...

Self Help Inc

Floating Teacher

Brockton, MA · On-site

$17/hr

Self Help Inc. is currently looking for a Head Start Floating Teacher to join our team. Agency Profile Self Help, Inc. is a nonprofit Community Action Agency (CAA) created to help families and ...

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Magical Beginnings

Floating Teacher

Middleton, MA · On-site

$17 - $24/hr

As a Floating Teacher, you'll support classrooms across every age group - stepping in wherever you're needed to provide consistent, high-quality care and instruction. You'll build relationships with ...

Azend Pharma

Floating Pharmacist

Shoreham, NY · On-site

$60 - $65/hr

As a Floating Pharmacist, you will be receiving incoming prescriptions, reviewing them for accuracy, and filling them with the correct medicine and dose. You will also be talking with customers to ...

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How much do floating jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for floating in the United States is $24.48, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.23 and $26.68 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the unique challenges faced by a floating nurse, and how can I prepare for them?

As a Floating Nurse, you'll be assigned to various departments or units based on staffing needs, which means adapting quickly to different teams, patient populations, and workflows. This role requires strong clinical versatility, excellent communication skills, and the ability to learn new protocols efficiently. To prepare, familiarize yourself with common procedures across multiple units and be proactive in asking questions when entering new environments. Building rapport with permanent staff and staying organized can help you navigate the unpredictability and provide high-quality patient care.

What is the difference between Floating vs Cashier?

AspectFloatingCashier
Required CredentialsBasic customer service skills, on-the-job trainingCash handling certification or training often preferred
Work EnvironmentVaries across departments, flexible locationsPrimarily retail or food service checkout areas
Employer & Industry UsageCommon in retail, hospitality, healthcare for staffing flexibilityRetail, supermarkets, restaurants, and service industries
Search & Comparison IntentFlexibility, multi-department rolesCash handling, point-of-sale operations

Floating staff are versatile employees who work across multiple departments or locations, providing flexibility for employers. Cashiers focus specifically on processing transactions at checkout points. While both roles require customer service skills, floating staff need adaptability, whereas cashiers often need specific cash handling training. Understanding these differences helps job seekers find roles aligned with their skills and career goals.

What is a floating position?

A 'Floating' position refers to a job role where an employee is not assigned to one specific location, department, or task, but instead moves between different areas as needed. Floaters help cover shifts, fill in for absent employees, or assist during busy periods, providing flexibility and support to various teams. These roles are common in industries like healthcare, retail, and hospitality, and require adaptability, strong communication skills, and the ability to quickly learn new tasks. Floating positions can provide valuable experience and exposure to different aspects of an organization.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a floating nurse, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Floating Nurse, you need a solid clinical background, adaptability across multiple specialties, and current RN licensure. Familiarity with various hospital systems, electronic health records (EHRs), and unit-specific protocols is typically required. Strong communication, flexibility, and resilience are crucial soft skills for adjusting quickly and supporting diverse teams. These abilities ensure continuity of care and effective support in rapidly changing healthcare environments.
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Infographic showing various Floating job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 84% Full Time, 10% Part Time, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 95% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $50,914 per year, or $24.5 per hour.

Floating Teacher

Magical Beginnings

Middleton, MA • On-site

$17 - $24/hr

Full-time

Posted 10 days ago

Job description

Magical Beginnings Learning Academy is urgently hiring a Floating Teacher (EEC Certified) for our infant, toddler, and preschool program in Middleton, MA (225 Maple Street). If you're an experienced floater, infant teacher, toddler teacher, preschool teacher, or early childhood educator who is comfortable adapting across age groups from infants through preschool, we'd love to meet you.

At Magical Beginnings, we believe exceptional early childhood education begins with exceptional educators. As a Floating Teacher, you'll support classrooms across every age group — stepping in wherever you're needed to provide consistent, high-quality care and instruction. You'll build relationships with children and families across multiple classrooms while working alongside experienced educators committed to collaboration, continuous learning, and providing the highest quality early education.

We're looking for educators who are flexible, enthusiastic, and dedicated to creating safe, inclusive classrooms where every child feels valued and every teacher has the opportunity to thrive. Our motto is simple: With Care, We Care — for children, educators, and our communities. If you're ready to grow your career in early childhood education while making a lasting difference in the lives of young children, we'd love to welcome you to the Magical Beginnings family in Middleton.

You'll thrive in this role if you have:
  • You're adaptable and comfortable moving between infant, toddler, and preschool classrooms throughout the day
  • You bring an energetic approach to learning and a positive attitude in every room you support
  • You're curious, creative, and have a strong team-focused mindset
  • You build rapport with children and co-teachers quickly, even in unfamiliar classrooms
  • You take pride in maintaining consistency and quality of care no matter which age group you're supporting
  • You value partnering closely with families and communicating openly across classrooms
Some requirements of the role include:
  • Availability to work full time between the hours of 7:00AM and 5:00PM, Monday through Friday
  • Ability to spend extended periods of time on the floor with the children
  • Ability to lift up to 50lbs
  • Ability to stand up to 90% of the workday
  • Attentiveness, strong time management, and a team-focused mindset
As a Floating Teacher, you will be responsible for:
  • Providing substitute coverage across classrooms when teachers are out sick, on planning time, or need a break throughout the day
  • Stepping in to support infant, toddler, and preschool classrooms as needed, maintaining consistent quality of care
  • Following each classroom's existing routines, lesson plans, and schedules to provide continuity for children and lead teachers
  • Assisting with daily routines, including meals or bottles, diapering, outdoor time, and naptime, as appropriate to each age group
  • Helping maintain cleanliness throughout the school, including classrooms, common areas, and shared spaces
  • Keeping parents informed and building positive relationships with children and families across classrooms
  • Maintaining your EEC-required professional development hours and PQ registry
What Magical Beginnings offers you:
  • Paid sick time
  • 13 paid holidays*, plus a guaranteed paid week-long winter break
  • Paid snow days and vacation time*
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance*
  • Long-term disability
  • Company-paid life insurance with additional voluntary coverage
  • Parental leave
  • Child care discount ($25/day)
  • Weekly pay and direct deposit
  • Referral and enrollment bonuses
  • Classroom tablets
  • A budget for classroom supplies
  • Paid classroom planning time
  • Free coffee and tea
  • Teachers’ lounge and break room
  • Mentor program
  • Teacher appreciation events
  • Team building activities
  • Holiday parties and seasonal events
  • School community outreach projects
 
*Available to full-time employees only
Payroll is processed weekly.

At Magical Beginnings, we don't just provide childcare — we build foundations for life.

If you're passionate about early childhood education and ready to join a preschool community that truly lives its values, apply today. We are actively and urgently hiring our next Floating Teacher at our Middleton, MA location.

Magical Beginnings Learning Academy is a growing network of early childhood schools across the North Shore, dedicated to creating nurturing, engaging, and joyful learning environments for children and rewarding careers for our teachers. If you're ready to join a team that has fun, laughs together, and supports each other — contact us! We cannot wait to meet you!

Magical Beginnings is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and strives to be a workforce that reflects the communities we serve. All employment is based on qualifications, merit, and business need. Magical Beginnings does not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, religion, age, marital status, pregnancy, nationality, physical or mental disability, medical condition, gender identity, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.