Lead Infant/Toddler Teacher
Vermont Information Processing•Colchester, VT
•$47,840 - $49,920•Onsite
About The Position
VIP's Roots Early Education Center is seeking a caring, energetic, and engaged Lead Infant/Toddler Teacher to create meaningful learning experiences for infants and toddlers. The role works closely with Licensed Preschool Teachers and the education team to provide a safe, nurturing, responsive, inclusive, and developmentally appropriate environment. The teacher supports children's earliest learning experiences and promotes their social, emotional, cognitive, language, and physical development.
Requirements
- Meet the qualifications required to serve as a Lead Teacher in a Vermont early childhood education setting and at least one of the following: 21 college credits in Early Childhood Education or a related field; an associate's degree from an accredited college in Early Childhood Education or a related field; or completion of a Registered Child Care Apprenticeship Program, Child Care Certificate from the Community College of Vermont, or Vermont Early Childhood Career Ladder Level 3 Certificate.
- Experience working in a classroom setting with responsibility for a group of young children.
- Knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices for infants and toddlers.
- Demonstrated success working collaboratively as part of a team.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Passion for supporting the social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development of young children.
- Ability to build positive relationships with children, families, Licensed Preschool Teachers, and fellow educators.
- Ability to work collaboratively with Licensed Preschool Teachers and other team members to support children's learning and development.
- Willingness to work flexible hours as needed to support program operations.
- Ability to lift up to 30 pounds.
- Ability to squat, kneel, sit on the floor, and actively engage with children throughout the day.
- Ability to effectively communicate with children and families while maintaining a safe and healthy learning environment.
Nice To Haves
- A desire to continue growing professionally within the field of early childhood education.
Responsibilities
- Create a safe, nurturing, and responsive environment where infants and toddlers feel secure, supported, and encouraged to explore.
- Plan and implement developmentally appropriate activities that support social, emotional, cognitive, language, and physical development.
- Foster positive interactions that encourage curiosity, learning, and healthy attachment.
- Establish and maintain consistent classroom routines that support each child's individual needs.
- Provide attentive care, including feeding, diapering, transitions, rest-time support, and daily supervision.
- Observe and document developmental milestones and communicate children's progress with families and team members.
- Maintain a safe, healthy, and inclusive classroom environment.
- Collaborate with Licensed Preschool Teachers, fellow educators, families, and support staff to promote each child's success and well-being.
- Support classroom routines, learning objectives, and child assessments in alignment with program expectations.
- Approach each day with patience, professionalism, and a genuine passion for helping children learn and grow.
Benefits
- BlueCross BlueShield health insurance
- Vision and dental expense reimbursement
- 401(k) employer contributions and match
- Paid time off
- Life and disability insurance
- Health savings and flexible spending accounts
- Paid parental leave
- Paid professional development training hours
- On-site fitness center
- Discounted gym membership to The Edge
- On-site café serving breakfast, lunch, and snacks
- On-site health clinic exclusive to employees and their families
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
