Daycare - Certified Infant Teacher

Little Sprouts; Norwood (MA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Little Sprouts, a leading early education provider in Massachusetts, seeks passionate Certified Teachers to join its Norwood team. This role involves managing classroom activities, nurturing children's love for learning, and maintaining strong family communication. With generous benefits and a supportive community, it’s an opportunity for impactful teaching within a dynamic and inclusive environment.

Benefits

Up to 75% discount on your child's tuition

Generous time off including paid seasonal breaks

Comprehensive health benefits

401(k) plan with company match

Opportunities for career advancement

Employee referral program

Qualifications

• Must pass required state and company background checks.
• EEC teacher certification or requirements completed to be reviewed.
• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds and engage actively with children.

Responsibilities

• Manage classroom needs and support children’s well-being.
• Nurture a love of learning through social-emotional, STEAM activities.
• Maintain regular communication with families for collaborative growth.

Skills

Strong communication

Flexibility

Openness to growth

Education

High school diploma or GED

EEC teacher certification

Job description

At Little Sprouts LLC, we value educators and are committed to meaningful change. We offer generous benefits, including a paid week off between Christmas and New Year’s, extended time off around the 4th of July, professional development, and true work-life balance—all to support a fulfilling, goal-aligned career.

Being a veteran educator in Early Education and Care means bringing confidence and insight to the classroom while remaining open to growth. The field is ever-evolving, with new research, regulations, and practices that require flexibility, strong communication, and a willingness to adapt. Your experience provides a steady foundation, but continued learning is essential—as is modeling that mindset for others. Whether you're mentoring colleagues or supporting young children through daily routines, your consistency, openness, and curiosity help create a thriving environment where everyone can grow.

We are seeking passionate Certified Teachers to join our Norwood 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 Certified Candidates.

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 Little Sprouts, 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:

• 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.
• 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 30 pounds multiple times a day.

$18.54 - $24 an hour Salary Range: $18.54 to $24.00 per hou r for EEC Certified Candidates. The compensation range represents Little Sprouts' intention for this position. Actual offers may vary based on experience, education, and other business factors.

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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 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 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.

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