Child Care - Lead Toddler Teacher

Heartworks Early Education; Shelburne (VT); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking early education provider dedicated to nurturing young minds. As an EEC Qualified Teacher, you will create engaging, child-centered learning experiences that inspire curiosity and growth. With a strong emphasis on teamwork and continuous learning, this role offers a supportive environment where you can thrive professionally. Enjoy generous time off, comprehensive health benefits, and opportunities for career advancement. If you are passionate about making a meaningful impact in children's lives, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Up to 75% discount on child's tuition

Generous time off

Comprehensive health benefits

Pet insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Pay increase opportunities

Career advancement opportunities

Employee referral program

Qualifications

• EEC Qualified Teachers with experience in child development.
• Ability to manage classroom needs and foster a love of learning.

Responsibilities

• Manage classroom needs to support children’s well-being.
• Nurture a love of learning through various activities.

Skills

Child-Centered Teaching

Social-Emotional Learning

STEAM Activities

Nature-Based Learning

Classroom Management

Education

Vermont Early Childhood Career Ladder Level 1 or 2 Certificate

Current CDA (Child Development Associate)

Completion of a 3-credit college course in child development

Job description

At Heartworks Early Education, we deeply value educators and are dedicated to creating meaningful change. We recognize your hard work and strive to offer benefits that reflect how much you are appreciated. We offer a generous holiday package that includes a paid week off between Christmas and New Year’s and extended time off around the 4th of July in your first year. Combined with professional development opportunities and a true work-life balance, we aim to help you build a fulfilling career that aligns with your personal and professional goals.

We are seeking passionate EEC Qualified Teachers to join our Shelburne team, led by a School Director with several years of experience in EEC. Our thriving community is built on shared values of teamwork, passion, and a commitment to continuous learning.

Salary Range: $18.54 to $24.00 per hour for EEC Qualified Candidates plus a $2,000 Sign On Bonus.

We Offer:

• Up to 75% discount on your child's tuition, including tax-friendly tuition reduction options.
• Generous time off, in addition to a paid seasonal break from Christmas Eve through New Years Day, extended time around the 4th of July, and federal holiday closures.
• Comprehensive health benefits package, including health, dental, & vision all effective from hire date.
• Additional benefit selections, including pet insurance.
• Free immediate subscription to First Stop Health for 24/7 access to virtual doctors.
• 401(k) plan with company match (eligibility starts after 60 days of employment).
• Pay increase opportunities related to job performance, update in certification credentials, and degree completion.
• Opportunities for career advancement and ongoing coaching, including a dedicated Child Conference.
• Employee referral program available.

At Heartworks, our mission is driven by four key pillars:

• People First – Prioritizing the growth and experience of our team.
• Pedagogy for Tomorrow – Fostering innovative, child-focused teaching approaches.
• Planet at the Core – Promoting sustainability and nature-based learning.
• Positive Growth – Supporting children, families, and educators in every step forward.

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:

• Comply with all VT Public Health and Child Care Regulations.
• Meet at least one of the following qualifications:
• Vermont Early Childhood Career Ladder Level 1 or 2 Certificate;
• Current CDA (Child Development Associate) plus 12 months of experience with children in grade three or younger;
• State Board of Education approved Human Services Program Certificate focusing on child development or early childhood education, plus 12 months of experience with children in grade three or younger;
• Completion of the Fundamentals for Early Childhood Professionals course or Vermont Afterschool Essentials Certificate, plus 12 months of experience with children in grade three or younger;
• Completion of a 3-credit college course in child or human development or school-age care and education, plus 12 months of experience with children in grade three or younger.
• Pass the state-required background check.
• Serve as a mandated reporter, on and off campus.
• Ensure classroom environments meet NAEYC’s Anti-Bias Early Education standards.
• Ability to stand, move, run, and play throughout the day.
• Lift up to 30 pounds multiple times daily.

$18.54 - $24 an hour

Salary Range: $18.54 to $24.00 per hour for EEC Qualified Candidates.

$2,000 Sign-On Bonus will be paid out:

• 30% upon the first pay period following your 90th day of employment ($600).
• 70% upon the first pay period following your 180th day of consecutive employment ($1,400).

The compensation range represents Heartworks' intention for this position. Actual offers may vary based on experience, education, and other business factors.

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We’re Growing! Heartworks Early Education is a subsidiary of Babilou Family, a global network of 1,100 early education and child care centers. Heartworks provides award-winning early education and child care across 39 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 Heartworks 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.

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