Certified Infant Teacher

Salary Range: 18 to 24 (Currency: USD) (Pay period: per-hour-wage)

Certified Infant Teacher
Early Childhood Education | Childcare | Daycare | Full-Time | Pembroke, MA | $500 Sign-On Bonus*

Join a Place Where Hugs, First Smiles, and Milestone Moments Matter Every Day!

Are you a nurturing, patient, and passionate caregiver who loves helping infants grow, explore, and thrive? We're looking for a dedicated EEC Certified Infant Teacher to join our warm, welcoming early childhood education center in Pembroke — where every coo, giggle, and developmental milestone is celebrated. We're offering a $500 sign-on bonus* for candidates who apply before November 30th. If you're an experienced infant teacher, infant/toddler teacher, or early childhood educator who loves the 6 weeks–15 months age group, we'd love to meet you.

*Sign-on bonus available to candidates who apply on or before November 30th., 2026.

You'll thrive in this role if you have:

• EEC Infant Toddler Certification or CDA required
• High School Diploma or GED required, Associate’s or Bachelor’s 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

Some requirements of the role include:

• 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

As an Infant Teacher, you will be responsible for:

• Collaborating with your co-teacher to prepare curriculum, lesson plans, and materials
• Providing responsive, individualized care that supports each infant's development through gentle, age-appropriate activities
• Keeping parents informed and building positive relationships with children and families
• Maintaining a safe, clean, and orderly classroom environment
• Assisting with daily routines, including bottles, meals, diapering, and naptime, tailored to each infant's individual feeding and sleeping schedule
• Tracking children's progress and completing required assessments
• Maintaining your EEC-required professional development hours and PQ registry
• Helping infants build a sense of security, trust, and early communication skills

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