Daycare-Toddler Teacher

Little Sprouts; Melrose; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing early education provider in Melrose seeks dedicated educators to manage classroom needs and foster a love of learning. Responsibilities include nurturing children's well-being and communicating with families. Ideal candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, and EEC certification is preferred. Competitive salary ranging from $18.54 to $28.00 per hour along with generous benefits such as significant tuition discounts and comprehensive health coverage.

Benefits

Up to 75% off child’s tuition

Comprehensive health benefits

401(k) with employer contribution

Paid time off and holidays

Career growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Must pass required state and company background checks.
• Must be enrolled in classes for EEC certification if not already certified.
• Ability to stand, move, run, and play for most of the day.

Responsibilities

• Manage classroom needs to support children’s well-being.
• Nurture a love of learning through various activities.
• Maintain regular communication with families for collaborative growth.

Skills

Child-centered approach

Communication with families

Ability to manage classroom needs

Education

High school diploma or GED

EEC teacher certification

Job description

At Little Sprouts LLC, we cherish the passion and dedication of our educators. With generous time off, opportunities to grow, and real work-life balance, we’re here to help you build a career—and a life—you love in and out of the classroom. We’re looking for dedicated educators to join our Melrose, MA team, guided by an experienced School Director and united by shared values of teamwork, passion, and growth.

Salary Ranges: $18.54 to $28.00 per hour for EEC Certified Candidates & $17.00 to $24.20 per hour for Assistant Candidates.

Benefits: Enjoy up to 75% off your child’s 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, we’ll reach out to schedule a phone interview. Strong candidates will be invited for an in-person interview at the school. You’ll hear from us within 48 hours of your interview.

This location operates year-round, Monday–Friday, 7:00AM – 5:00PM (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.

What Will You Do?

• Your daily responsibilities will include:
• Managing classroom needs to support children’s 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.

Qualifications

• 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.

About Us

We’re Growing! Little Sprouts LLC is a subsidiary of Babilou Family, a global network of 1,100 early education and child care centers. Little Sprouts LLC provides award-winning early education and child care across 4 New England schools. Through the experience and talents of nearly 900 early education professionals and in partnership with nearly 4,000 families, we are on a meaningful journey to create optimal learning spaces where children ages 0-5 can learn, grow, and thrive.

Our teams, whether at our home office or inside our schools, are change makers – they inspire, create, model, and most importantly make this a great place to work. At Little Sprouts, LLC we are consistently recruiting, retaining, and promoting a diverse mix of colleagues who are representative of the diversity within the communities in which we operate. Our focus on equity and inclusion allows us to develop a broader scope of ideas and approaches, offering a collaborative and dynamic educational experience for the youngest members of society.