Infant Toddler Teacher

Magical Beginnings • Norwell, MA

2d • $19 - $24 • Onsite

About The Position

At Magical Beginnings, the earliest years matter most. Since 1990, we’ve built nurturing, education-first programs where children, families, and educators thrive together. Our MAGIC Values guide our culture, and our Infant Teachers bring those values to life every single day.

We’re currently hiring a Classroom Teacher in our Infant program, working with children ages 6 weeks to 15 months. This role is ideal for a compassionate, steady, and team-oriented educator who finds purpose in the tiniest milestones and the biggest relationships.

How This Role Brings Our MAGIC Values to Life

💙M – Make It Happen
· You show up prepared, present, and ready to meet infants where they are
· You partner with your co-teacher to plan curriculum, routines, and daily care
· You follow through on classroom responsibilities and support a smooth, predictable environment
🤍A – Acts of Kindness
· You nurture infants with patience, warmth, and responsiveness
· You communicate thoughtfully with families, building trust and connection
· You create a classroom that feels safe, calm, and welcoming for all
🌱 G – Growth Mindset
· You support each child’s development at their own pace
· You engage in ongoing professional development and learning
· You remain open to feedback, collaboration, and continuous improvement
⭐I – I Matter
· You understand the importance of your role in a child’s earliest experiences
· You respect routines, health, and safety practices that protect children and colleagues
· You contribute positively to a team culture where everyone feels valued
🤝C – Care Together
· You collaborate closely with your co-teacher and leadership team
· You communicate consistently with families through Class Dojo and classroom updates
· You support a shared responsibility for cleanliness, organization, and classroom readiness

Requirements

• EEC Infant/Toddler Certification
• Early Education Degree, CDA, or equivalent experience (required)
• Experience in a center-based or private school setting
• A nurturing demeanor and a genuine love for infant care
• Strong teamwork, time management, and communication skills
• Flexibility to work an 8-hour shift within school operating hours

Responsibilities

• Caring for infants’ individual feeding, sleeping, and developmental schedules
• Engaging children through age-appropriate play, music, movement, and interaction
• Assisting with diapering, bottles, meals, naps, and outdoor time
• Preparing lesson plans, materials, and monthly newsletters with your co-teacher
• Maintaining a clean, safe, and organized classroom environment
• Tracking developmental progress and completing assessments
• Participating in staff meetings and required professional development
• (This is an active, hands-on role that includes time on the floor, lifting to 50 lbs., and being on your feet for much of the day.)

Benefits

• 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 and company-paid life insurance
• Five free counseling appointments with our EAP Program
• 401 (k) Plan with a weekly company match
• Parental leave through MA PFML
• Childcare discount
• Weekly pay with direct deposit
• Employee Referral Bonus Plan
• Classroom tablets and supply budgets
• Paid classroom planning time
• No-cost CPR & First Aid renewals
• Pay increases tied to certification growth
• Reimbursement for required background checks
• Teachers’ lounge and dedicated break rooms
• Mentorship Program
• Professional Development and Career Advancement Opportunities
• Teacher appreciation events and team-building activities
• Seasonal celebrations and community outreach projects

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree