Daycare - Infant Teacher

Building Blocks Early Learning Center•Stamford, CT

2d•$17 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

At Building Blocks, we cherish the passion and dedication of our educators. With generous time off, opportunities to grow, and real work-life balance, weâre here to help you build a careerâand a lifeâyou love in and out of the classroom. Weâre looking for dedicated educators to join our Stamford - Camp Ave team, guided by an experienced School Director and united by shared values of teamwork, passion, and growth. Salary Ranges: $19.33 to $28.00 per hour for Head Teacher Qualified Candidates & $16.94 to $24.20 per hour for Assistant Candidates. Benefits: Enjoy up to 75% off your childâs tuition, health benefits from day one, generous paid time off, free 24/7 virtual doctor access, a 401(k) with discretionary employer yearly contribution, career growth opportunities, and more! Our Hiring Process If you're a match for the role, weâll reach out to schedule a phone interview. Strong candidates will be invited for an in-person interview at the school. Youâll hear from us within 48 hours of your interview. This location operates year-round, MondayâFriday, 7:30AM â 6:00PM (Operating hours subject to change). We Offer: Up to 75% discount on your child's tuition, including tax-friendly tuition reduction options. Generous time off, in addition to paid time off between Christmas & New Years Day, and additional federal holiday closures. Comprehensive health benefits package, including health, dental, & vision, all effective from start date. Additional benefit selections, including pet insurance are also available. Free subscription to First Stop Health for 24/7 access to virtual doctors. 401(k) plan with eligibility for up to a 4% discretionary employer contribution each year (Must be 21+ to enroll. Eligibility starts after 60 days of employment). Pay increase opportunities related to job performance, updates in certification credentials, and degree completion. Opportunities for career advancement and ongoing coaching, including a dedicated Child Conference. Employee referral program available.

Requirements

Must pass required state and company background checks.
Must have a high school diploma, GED, or be enrolled in classes.
EEC teacher certification or requirements completed to be submitted for review (for roles requiring EEC Certification).
Adhere to all company policies and EEC regulations.
Ability to stand, move, run, and play for most of the day.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds multiple times a day.

Responsibilities

Managing classroom needs to support childrenâs well-being.
Nurturing a love of learning through a child-centered approach with social-emotional, STEAM, and nature-based activities.
As an educator, maintaining regular communication with families is essential to fostering collaborative growth.

Benefits

Enjoy up to 75% off your childâs tuition
Health benefits from day one
Generous paid time off
Free 24/7 virtual doctor access
A 401(k) with discretionary employer yearly contribution
Career growth opportunities
Up to 75% discount on your child's tuition, including tax-friendly tuition reduction options.
Generous time off, in addition to paid time off between Christmas & New Years Day, and additional federal holiday closures.
Comprehensive health benefits package, including health, dental, & vision, all effective from start date. Additional benefit selections, including pet insurance are also available.
Free subscription to First Stop Health for 24/7 access to virtual doctors.
401(k) plan with eligibility for up to a 4% discretionary employer contribution each year (Must be 21+ to enroll. Eligibility starts after 60 days of employment).
Pay increase opportunities related to job performance, updates in certification credentials, and degree completion.
Opportunities for career advancement and ongoing coaching, including a dedicated Child Conference.
Employee referral program available.