Infant Teacher

Magical Beginnings•Groveland, MA

22d•$18 - $24

About The Position

Join a High-Quality Preschool Where Infant Teachers Make a Lasting Impact Are you a nurturing, patient, and passionate Infant Teacher looking to grow your career in a supportive preschool and early childhood education center? We are seeking a dedicated Infant Teacher to provide exceptional care and learning experiences for our youngest students in a warm, engaging, and developmentally appropriate environment. As an Infant Teacher at Magical Beginnings in our Groveland center, you will play a vital role in early childhood developmentâsupporting infants as they build trust, explore their surroundings, and reach important milestones. Within our preschool setting, youâll create a safe, stimulating classroom focused on responsive caregiving, sensory exploration, and early learning foundations that set the stage for future success. Our team of early childhood professionals values collaboration, consistency, and connection. Youâll be supported by leadership that understands the importance of high-quality infant care within a preschool program, giving you the tools and environment needed to thrive.

Requirements

EEC Infant Toddler Certification or CDA required
High School Diploma or GED required, Associateâs or Bachelorâs in Early Childhood Education or related field preferred
Daycare experience in a center-based or private school setting
A nurturing demeanor and a love for infants and their development
A minimum of one year of experience working in an infant classroom, practicing safe feeding/sleeping, diapering, sanitation, and sensory and motor development support
Flexibility to work an 8-hour shift within the operating hours of the school, including opening and closing shifts
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

Nice To Haves

Associateâs or Bachelorâs in Early Childhood Education or related field preferred

Responsibilities

Collaborating with your co-teacher to equally prepare curriculum, lesson plans, materials, and monthly newsletters.
Keeping parents informed by posting parent information on the Class Dojo app and classroom boards.
Providing a safe environment by maintaining orderly, clean, and appealing classrooms.
Encouraging childrenâs participation by providing age-appropriate interactive activities.
Maintaining cleanliness of the classroom: routine opening/closing of the classroom (including, but not limited to wiping down the toys, cleaning tables, vacuuming the room, sanitizing the room (after all children have left), bathrooms, emptying trash, and overall preparation of the classroom for the next morning.
Engaging with students in free play, supervising/zone during outdoor time, helping with bathroom needs and diapering, bottle and meal assistance (preparing bottles, heating up lunches, cutting up food, helping open containers, supervision), naptime assistance, etc.
Adhering to infants' individual feeding and sleeping schedules.
Tracking childrenâs progress and completing assessments.
Maintaining your EEC required professional development hours and PQ registry.
Attending monthly staff meetings.
Creating a fun and safe learning environment for your students.
Establishing and maintaining positive relationships with students and parents.