Head Start- Infant Toddler Teacher

CAPSTONE COMMUNITY ACTION INC; Barre (VT); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with Employer Match

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life Insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Capstone Community Action in Vermont is seeking an Infant and Toddler Teacher to support early learning for infants and toddlers. The role emphasizes a whole-child approach, partner engagement, and safe, nurturing environments.

The position requires a CDA credential or comparable credential and coursework in early childhood development focused on infants and toddlers. The role offers a 40-hour week, Monday through Friday, with a strong benefits package including 401K, health, dental, vision,

Qualifications

• The CDA credential or comparable credential is required, with training or coursework in early childhood development focusing on infant and toddler development.

Responsibilities

• Champion Positive Life Choices and Guidance
• Create Joyful Learning Experiences
• Keep Little Ones Safe, Loved & Thriving
• Support and Empower Child, Families and the Community

Skills

Infant & Toddler experience

Excellent communication skills

Reliable transportation

Education

CDA credential or comparable credential

Job description

November 2025

Since 1965, Capstone Community Action has supported individuals and families in Central Vermont in achieving economic and housing stability and rising out of poverty. Capstone's early childhood education and family services are central to its mission, offering center-based and home-based Head Start and Early Head Start programs that support positive child, family, and community outcomes that use a whole-child approach and actively engage parents as partners in their children's early learning and development.

Qualifications

The required minimum qualifications for the Infant and Toddler Teacher include a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or comparable credential, and training or equivalent coursework in early childhood development with a focus on infant and toddler development

What You'll Do

• Champion Positive Life Choices and Guidance
• Create Joyful Learning Experiences
• Keep Little Ones Safe, Loved & Thriving
• Support and Empower Child, Families and the Community

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive Pay: $19.13-$22.71 per hour!
• 40-hour week -> Monday through Friday!
• Full Time Benefits:401K with Employer Match, Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Generous Time Off including Paid Holidays
• Professional Development!

Preferred Experience Requests

• Experience working with infants and toddlers is strongly preferred.
• Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal) with young children and adults.
• Working knowledge of community resources, parenting issues, adult learning styles, and sensitivity to the needs of low-income families.
• Must be able to evacuate infants and toddlers from the building in a timely, efficient manner.
• Must be able to assist toddlers in navigating stairs, playground equipment and changing tables. Must be able to quickly catch up to a fleeing toddler.
• Reliable transportation, valid Vermont driver's license and proof of insurance.
• Commitment to a flexible work schedule
• Commitment to working as part of a local team and acceptance of supervision.
  

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

If you need assistance or an accommodation in the application process, please contact us at 802-479-1053.

Capstone is an equal opportunity employer. As such, the Agency does not discriminate based on any characteristic or legally protected status by federal, state and local laws. This applies to all of Capstone's employment practices, including job application procedures, hiring, or any terms, conditions and privileges of employment.